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Le Zèbre

Name: Le Zèbre
Director: Jean Poiret
Released: 1992
Duration: 95 min

Representation Score

1.1/10

Minimal

1992

Director

Jean Poiret

Runtime

95 minutes

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Le Zèbre is a character-driven comedy that emphasizes individual eccentricity over diverse representation. The narrative is built on traditional social pillars like marriage and professional standing, offering little disruption to established hierarchies. The film reflects the typical clichés of early 1990s French regional comedy. It focuses on the disruption of social decorum and interpersonal whimsy rather than exploring diverse identities or systemic critiques. Ultimately, the work maintains a homogeneous and traditional social landscape.

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Category Breakdown

Does Le Zèbre have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories. The main romantic storyline centers around a long-term heterosexual marriage.

How does Le Zèbre portray gender?

Fair

The story follows traditional gender roles within a family setting. Although the protagonist is eccentric, the film does not challenge gender hierarchies or masculinity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Le Zèbre?

Minimal

The narrative depicts a homogeneous society typical of regional French comedies. There is no indication of a diverse or multi-ethnic cast.

How does Le Zèbre represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film adheres to traditional Western social and professional norms. It does not explore anti-institutional or anti-religious themes.

Does Le Zèbre include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Such traits are not used as plot devices.

Present on Screen

The protagonist's non-conformist behavior slightly subverts the typical stable professional cliché.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks racial and ethnic diversity, reflecting a very homogeneous social environment.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or narratives.
The narrative relies on conventional gender roles rather than challenging systemic hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

Hippolyte, the titular oddball, is a far from typical country lawyer. He has been happily married to the woman of his dreams for 15 years, but has an incurable penchant for practical (or rather impractical) jokes.

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