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A Holiday Chance
Representation Score
7.7/10
Good
2021
PG-13Director
Jamal Hill
Runtime
110 minutes
Average Rating
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A Holiday Chance sets itself apart by offering a culturally specific, Black-led perspective in holiday cinema. By placing the story in 1980s Oakland, the film uses racial depth to challenge typical coming-of-age stories. The film successfully centers women's ambition and professional success, shifting the narrative focus from domestic life. This provides a fresh look at competition and sisterhood. However, the film remains limited in its engagement with other underrepresented identities. It lacks visible LGBTQ+ representation and doesn't incorporate disability as a key element of character development or plot progression.
Category Breakdown
Does A Holiday Chance have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film doesn't include obvious stories about LGBTQ+ people or show non-binary gender expressions. It doesn't focus on LGBTQ+ identities in its main storyline.
How does A Holiday Chance portray gender?
The story challenges traditional gender roles by highlighting women's ambition and professional success. It centers on women's empowerment and the dynamics between sisters.
How racially and ethnically diverse is A Holiday Chance?
The film stands out by focusing on the Black experience in 1980s Oakland. With a mostly Black cast, it offers a specific historical perspective.
How does A Holiday Chance represent religion and culture?
The narrative explores community and family through a grounded, community-focused model. It highlights personal strength and perseverance over idealized family structures.
Does A Holiday Chance include disability representation?
The film doesn't prominently feature physical or cognitive disabilities. Instead, it focuses on dance discipline and emotional struggles.
Present on Screen
- Strong focus on racial depth and historical context.
- Highlights Black ability to act and experiences in a unique setting.
- Emphasizes women's ambition and professional success.
Limited or Absent
- Lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or stories.
- Doesn't include significant portrayals of physical or cognitive disabilities.
- Doesn't critically examine traditional gender roles or institutional structures.
Official Synopsis
The family of the founder of a multi-million-dollar film company experiences some tragic events during the holidays and two sisters must set aside a life-long rivalry and come together to turn the company around and keep the family intact.
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