Mom, Can I Keep Her?
1998
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Beware the Gorilla
Representation Score
3.3/10
Limited
2019
Director
Luca Miniero
Runtime
95 minutes
Average Rating
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Beware the Gorilla is a conventional family comedy that emphasizes situational humor over social commentary. The plot hinges on the comedic tension between a professional lawyer and the chaos of caring for a gorilla, rather than delving into complex social dynamics. The film follows traditional storytelling patterns, focusing on a single male protagonist. This narrow focus results in a lack of diverse character perspectives and social critiques. Ultimately, the work remains within the confines of a localized, character-driven narrative without attempting to disrupt established social frameworks.
Category Breakdown
Does Beware the Gorilla have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. The story revolves around a single male protagonist dealing with personal and legal issues.
How does Beware the Gorilla portray gender?
The narrative centers on Lorenzo, a male lawyer with professional authority. There is no indication of challenging traditional gender roles or hierarchies.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Beware the Gorilla?
The film seems to follow a structure typical of local comedies, with no mention of a diverse cast or specific racial representation.
How does Beware the Gorilla represent religion and culture?
The story uses traditional legal and family frameworks without critiquing Western institutions or religious practices. It leans into typical family comedy clichés.
Does Beware the Gorilla include disability representation?
There is no information about characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities in the film.
Present on Screen
- The film provides a clear, focused comedic premise centered on situational irony and domestic chaos.
Limited or Absent
- The narrative lacks diverse identities and social critiques.
- The focus on a single male protagonist limits gender and cultural representation.
- There is no representation of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
Official Synopsis
Lorenzo is a lawyer who files a lawsuit against the zoo of his town but after winning it he has to take home a gorilla.
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