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Ciegos

Name: Ciegos
Director: Fernando Zuber
Released: 2019
Duration: 82 min

Representation Score

6.8/10

Good

2019

Director

Fernando Zuber

Runtime

82 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Ciegos is a focused drama centered on a visually impaired veteran. By making blindness a core element of the story, the film offers a profound exploration of disability and personal ability to act. However, the narrative remains limited in its engagement with broader social issues such as gender or LGBTQ+ perspectives. While the film excels in its regional and historical context, it stays within the bounds of traditional gender norms and lacks diverse representation in these areas.

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Category Breakdown

Does Ciegos have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or stories that challenge traditional heterosexual relationships.

How does Ciegos portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a father and his son, emphasizing traditional masculine roles and the dynamics of patriarchy without challenging conventional gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Ciegos?

Good

The film showcases regional diversity by focusing on an Argentine setting, providing a nuanced look at South American culture and identity.

How does Ciegos represent religion and culture?

Fair

The movie delves into the personal experiences of a veteran affected by the Falklands/Malvinas War, avoiding simplistic Western morality and highlighting the subjective reality of a underrepresented individual.

Does Ciegos include disability representation?

Excellent

Visual impairment is central to the plot and character development, exploring both the functional and psychological aspects of blindness.

Present on Screen

The film places visual impairment at the center of the narrative, offering a deep exploration of disability and personal ability to act.
It provides an authentic regional perspective by focusing on an Argentine setting and the cultural context of the Falklands/Malvinas War.
The story delves into the psychological impact of war and historical trauma.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks LGBTQ+ characters or stories that challenge traditional heterosexual relationships.
The focus on a male-dominated relationship limits the exploration of diverse gender perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Juan, a thirteen year old boy, and Marco, his blind father due to the Falklands/Malvinas War, travel to his chilhood town in the north of Argentina. There he will discover an unknown side of the father and will take its own path to adulthood.

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