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The Bigger, the Better

The Bigger, the Better

Representation Score

5.7/10

Fair

2017

Director

Ventura Pons

Runtime

99 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Bigger, the Better uses its Barcelona setting to explore the complexities of a multicultural urban environment. By focusing on the secrets within a stately neighborhood, the film challenges monolithic depictions of European cities through a pluralistic lens. While the film successfully integrates diverse demographic elements, specific character details regarding gender and LGBTQ+ identities are not explicitly defined. The strength of the work lies in its intentional exploration of social complexity and its departure from homogeneous storytelling.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Bigger, the Better have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film explores the fluid social dynamics of contemporary Catalonia without relying on rigid assumptions about sexual orientation. While specific character identities are not clearly defined, the narrative avoids limiting structures centered around straight relationships.

How does The Bigger, the Better portray gender?

Fair

Gender roles are portrayed through the lens of social performance rather than strict hierarchies. The specific role of female characters in this ensemble comedy is not explicitly confirmed.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Bigger, the Better?

Good

The story highlights the multiculturalism of Barcelona by framing the city as an intersection between traditional neighborhoods and a diverse, modern urban reality.

How does The Bigger, the Better represent religion and culture?

Good

The comedy navigates the tension between different social strata and cultural layers within a neighborhood. It adopts a cosmopolitan, pluralistic view rather than a traditionalist framework.

Does The Bigger, the Better include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication that disability plays a central role or serves as a significant character element in this production.

Present on Screen

  • Highlights the multiculturalism of Barcelona.
  • Explores diverse social structures without relying on monolithic storytelling.
  • Adopts a cosmopolitan perspective to navigate different social strata.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks specific confirmation of the role of female characters.
  • Does not provide clear details on LGBTQ+ character identities.
  • Provides no visible representation or narrative focus on disability.

Official Synopsis

The lower part of Barcelona’s best district is a quiet and stately neighbourhood. The House of Columns hides many secrets, and has witnessed many events. The Catalan capital’s multiculturalism has a lot to offer. It’s better to laugh than to cry!

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