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Arianna

Name: Arianna
Director: Carlo Lavagna
Released: 2015
Duration: 84 min

Representation Score

4.7/10

Fair

2015

Not Rated

Director

Carlo Lavagna

Runtime

84 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Arianna is a focused coming-of-age drama that centers on a feminine perspective. By emphasizing the protagonist's journey toward bodily autonomy and emotional maturity, the film highlights women's ability to drive the story. However, the film remains traditionally demographic. The casting is primarily homogeneous, reflecting a specific Italian social context without introducing diverse racial or ethnic perspectives. The narrative also adheres to traditional romantic structures. Ultimately, the film is a nuanced character study that excels in portraying female independence but lacks breadth in representing LGBTQ+ identities and racial diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Arianna have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The story focuses on heterosexual relationships and does not significantly represent non-straight identities or challenge traditional romantic ideas.

How does Arianna portray gender?

Good

Arianna takes a leading role in the story through her sexual and emotional growth. The film emphasizes the experiences of women and their friendships, highlighting their intelligence over male-dominated plot points.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Arianna?

Limited

The cast mainly consists of white characters, reflecting an Italian social environment. However, it does not challenge traditional social structures.

How does Arianna represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative centers on secular themes and personal morality rather than religious teachings. It explores the lives of young people in a middle-class context.

Does Arianna include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no prominent portrayals of visible or invisible disabilities. The film does not use disability as a key plot element or character trait.

Present on Screen

Strong focus on women's ability to drive the story and emotional autonomy.
Prioritizes a feminine perspective in the coming-of-age narrative.
Explores complex themes of bodily autonomy and sexual awakening.

Limited or Absent

Lack of diverse LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight representation.
Homogeneous casting that lacks racial and ethnic variety.
Adherence to traditional romantic structures.

Official Synopsis

Arianna is nineteen, but she's still waiting to get her first period. As the summer begins, her parents decide to renew their acquaintance with their country house on Lake Bolsena, where Arianna lived until she was three, and has never been back. As the family settle in for the summer, long-repressed memories start to re-emerge, and Arianna decides to stay on after her parents return to the city.

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