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Alles voor elkaar

Alles voor elkaar

Representation Score

5.4/10

Fair

2017

Director

Danny Stolker

Runtime

89 minutes

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Alles voor elkaar is a period comedy that finds its progressive edge in the tension between mid-century social constraints and the rise of individual ability to act. While the film is limited by its Eurocentric, historical setting, it succeeds in challenging the era's rigid social and religious hierarchies. The narrative focuses on breaking down traditional norms, especially regarding gender and sexual autonomy. This thematic depth makes the film feel modern in its values despite its conservative historical backdrop. Ultimately, the film's diversity is defined by its ideological shifts rather than its demographic variety. It prioritizes a nuanced exploration of cultural and sexual liberation over racial the way different parts of someone's identity overlap.

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Category Breakdown

Does Alles voor elkaar have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film sets its 1960s backdrop to explore early sexual freedom. It challenges traditional taboos and shows fluidity in sexual identity during a time of change.

How does Alles voor elkaar portray gender?

Good

The story emphasizes women's sexual independence and breaks away from the idea of submissive women. It highlights individuals taking control of their own lives.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Alles voor elkaar?

Limited

The cast is predominantly white and Eurocentric, reflecting the 1960s Dutch demographic. The film offers limited multi-layered breadth by adhering strictly to historical homogeneity.

How does Alles voor elkaar represent religion and culture?

Good

The story criticizes traditional Western and religious institutions through the lens of a growing counterculture. It favors personal freedom over strict moral codes.

Does Alles voor elkaar include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence within the film to evaluate the depiction of visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

  • Effectively explores the shift from conservative social structures to individual empowerment.
  • Highlights female sexual autonomy and challenges patriarchal norms.
  • Challenges traditional taboos through a historical perspective.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks racial and ethnic diversity, staying within a Eurocentric historical context.
  • Does not include meaningful representation of individuals with disabilities.
  • The demographic uniformity limits the film's exploration of diverse identities.

Official Synopsis

Four friends who are nearly turning 30 need to work together in order to fulfill their dreams.

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