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Basilicata Coast To Coast

Basilicata Coast To Coast

Representation Score

3.9/10

Limited

2010

Director

Rocco Papaleo

Runtime

105 minutes

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Basilicata Coast To Coast is a character-driven film that captures the essence of Southern Italy through its musical journey. It excels in portraying a unique sense of place and human connection. However, the film adheres closely to traditional social and cultural norms, avoiding any challenge to these structures. Consequently, it offers limited progressive social critique or characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Basilicata Coast To Coast have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows traditional heterosexual norms and focuses on personal histories within a rural Italian setting. There is no depiction of same-sex relationships.

How does Basilicata Coast To Coast portray gender?

Fair

The film features both male and female characters equally involved in the journey. However, it does not challenge traditional gender roles or hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Basilicata Coast To Coast?

Limited

The cast is predominantly made up of individuals from a rural Southern Italian background. This localized focus highlights regional identity but does not include diverse ethnic backgrounds.

How does Basilicata Coast To Coast represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story explores regional traditions and personal memories through a gentle, episodic approach. It respects traditional family and community structures without offering critical insights.

Does Basilicata Coast To Coast include disability representation?

Limited

The characters move through the landscape using typical physical abilities. There is no focus on neurodivergence or physical disabilities as part of the story.

Present on Screen

  • Offers a nuanced exploration of local identity.
  • Includes a balanced mix of male and female characters.
  • Provides an authentic portrayal of Southern Italian culture.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not represent non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth gender identities or same-sex relationships.
  • Lacks diverse ethnic backgrounds or non-homogeneous casting.
  • Does not incorporate neurodivergence or physical disabilities into the narrative.

Official Synopsis

A musical comedy, a journey filled with unexpected twists and unexpected encounters, leading a group of musicians to set out to the rhythm of their musical verses to participate in the Scanzano Jonico Song-Theatre Festival, walking across Basilicata, from the Tyrrhenian to the Ionian Sea, along the route that gives the project its name. The journey will have a therapeutic effect.

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