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The Great Passage

The Great Passage

Representation Score

4.6/10

Fair

2013

Director

Yuya Ishii

Runtime

133 minutes

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The Great Passage is a character-driven drama that emphasizes linguistic precision and professional dedication. It stays within conventional social structures and cultural contexts without challenging established hierarchies. While the film offers an empathetic look at neurodivergent traits, it does not venture into critiquing broader societal norms. Instead, it focuses on the pursuit of linguistic accuracy and the value of craftsmanship.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Great Passage have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a traditional storyline focused on a heterosexual relationship between the main character and a female companion. There are no characters with non-binary or transgender identities.

How does The Great Passage portray gender?

Fair

The movie passes the Bechdel test with conversations between female colleagues but is mainly driven by a male protagonist. It doesn't challenge traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Great Passage?

Limited

The film is set in a specific Japanese professional environment and features a mostly homogeneous cast. While it maintains cultural authenticity, it does not explore diverse backgrounds or multi-layered identities.

How does The Great Passage represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story highlights craftsmanship and professional dedication within a corporate framework. It respects social hierarchies and emphasizes professional ethics without questioning traditional institutions.

Does The Great Passage include disability representation?

Fair

The protagonist displays traits consistent with neurodivergence, such as intense focus and social awkwardness. These traits are portrayed with empathy and dignity, emphasizing his unique skills.

Present on Screen

  • Offers an empathetic portrayal of the protagonist's neurodivergent traits.
  • Includes meaningful dialogue between female editorial staff.

Limited or Absent

  • Could include more diverse LGBTQ+ identities and narratives that question traditional structures.
  • Should consider multicultural casting to explore various multi-layered identities.
  • Could delve deeper into the protagonist's disability and its impact on his life.

Official Synopsis

Majime, an eccentric man in publishing company, who has unique ability of words, joins the team that will compile a new dictionary, The Great Passage. In the eclectic team, he becomes immersed in the world of dictionaries. But the team is overwhelmed with problems.

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