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When the Sea Rises

When the Sea Rises

Representation Score

4.7/10

Fair

2004

Director

Yolande Moreau, Gilles Porte

Runtime

90 minutes

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When the Sea Rises is a character-driven study of individual ability to act and creative passion. It presents a capable, independent female lead who maintains professional autonomy throughout her journey. However, the film operates within a narrow demographic framework, focusing on a traditional European context and lacking diverse representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does When the Sea Rises have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The story centers on a heterosexual relationship between the main character and another man. There is no indication of queer identities or non-traditional gender roles in the narrative.

How does When the Sea Rises portray gender?

Good

The film features a strong female protagonist who drives the plot through her professional achievements. She transitions into a creative collaborator, suggesting a balanced negotiation of power rather than a submissive role.

How racially and ethnically diverse is When the Sea Rises?

Limited

The film focuses on a localized experience in rural France. It lacks a diverse cast, aligning with traditional European cinematic representations of the time.

How does When the Sea Rises represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative explores social transgression and the blurring of art and reality. It values individual expression and the outsider status of a traveling actress over strict social norms.

Does When the Sea Rises include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters dealing with physical, neurodivergent, or mental health conditions within the provided context.

Present on Screen

  • Features a strong, independent female protagonist with significant professional and creative influence.
  • Avoids harmful stereotypes by focusing on individual eccentricity and character-driven storytelling.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks diverse racial and ethnic representation.
  • Operates within a traditional demographic framework with limited LGBTQ+ inclusivity.

Official Synopsis

An actress, who goes all over rural France with her monologe "Sex and Crime", meets and falls in love with a man, since that moment starts helping him in his plays.

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