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Femmes

Name: Femmes
Director: Tana Kaleya
Released: 1983
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

1983

Director

Tana Kaleya

Runtime

90 minutes

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Femmes is a character-focused drama that delves into personal history and esoteric discovery. While it incorporates a globalized backdrop, the narrative remains centered on a typical interpersonal relationship. The film lacks the complexity needed to challenge conventional expectations. It explores non-traditional spirituality but does not provide significant representation of diverse identities or social structures. Overall, the work serves as a personal study of two characters rather than a broader exploration of diverse backgrounds.

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Category Breakdown

Does Femmes have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film centers on a heterosexual relationship between Helmut and Alexandra, with no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships.

How does Femmes portray gender?

Fair

Alexandra is shown as an independent artist with her own role in the story, but the central plot is driven by the male protagonist, maintaining a traditional gender dynamic.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Femmes?

Limited

Helmut's travels through Asia suggest a global context, but the story focuses mainly on the central characters without delving into diverse cultural backgrounds.

How does Femmes represent religion and culture?

Fair

Secret rites and ancient manuscripts introduce ritualistic themes, moving away from conventional morality and exploring esoteric practices.

Does Femmes include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible or hidden disabilities represented in the film.

Present on Screen

Alexandra is portrayed as an independent artist with her own space and influence.
The film examines non-traditional spirituality through the use of ancient, ritualistic manuscripts.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks depth in its representation of non-Western cultures, using Asia primarily as a backstory.
The plot relies on a traditional male-driven catalyst for the central conflict.
There is a lack of LGBTQ+ representation or non-straight identities.

Official Synopsis

Helmut is fed up traveling around he world. Coming back from Asia, he decides to stay some time in Alexandra's house, a long time friend. She is living on a beautiful island where she is doing art. From his travels, Helmut brought back some old manuscript about secret rites that he decides to share with Alexandra after restarting a sexual relationship with her

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