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The Swimming Pool

The Swimming Pool

Representation Score

7.0/10

Good

1977

Director

Binka Zhelyazkova

Runtime

148 minutes

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The film excels as a character-driven drama that emphasizes the psychological depth and autonomy of its female protagonist. By focusing on Bella's journey, it challenges traditional patriarchal storytelling and delves into themes of individual identity and existentialism. However, the film falls short in terms of demographic diversity. It features a largely homogeneous cast and does not engage explicitly with LGBTQ+ identities or disability issues.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Swimming Pool have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film touches on the relationship between Apostol and Bella in a temporary setting but does not explicitly explore non-binary gender identities or challenge assumptions about straight relationships.

How does The Swimming Pool portray gender?

Good

The story breaks down traditional gender roles by focusing on Bella's psychological independence. It highlights her inner life and actions rather than following a male-dominated plot, challenging conventional patriarchal storytelling.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Swimming Pool?

Limited

The cast seems fairly uniform, typical of films set in Mediterranean locations during that time period. There is no indication of significant racial mixing or non-white representation.

How does The Swimming Pool represent religion and culture?

Good

The film emphasizes personal, secular transitions and existential questions rather than religious teachings. It centers on individual psychological experiences rather than traditional religious frameworks.

Does The Swimming Pool include disability representation?

Fair

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities that play a key role in the narrative. The story focuses on the psychological and social interactions between the main characters.

Present on Screen

  • Focusing on the psychological autonomy and inner life of the female protagonist.
  • Challenging traditional patriarchal storytelling by highlighting women's ability to drive the story.
  • Exploring themes of individual identity and existentialism.

Limited or Absent

  • Lack of explicit LGBTQ+ narratives or non-binary gender representations.
  • Homogeneous casting with limited racial and ethnic diversity.
  • Absence of characters representing physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Apostol, an architect on this side of forty, meets by chance Bella at a swimming pool on the night of her graduation party.

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