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Cupid's Balls

Name: Cupid's Balls
Director: Kristoffer Metcalfe
Released: 2011
Duration: 75 min

Representation Score

3.9/10

Limited

2011

Director

Kristoffer Metcalfe

Runtime

75 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Cupid's Balls follows a traditional framework typical of regional teen dramas. The plot emphasizes a standard coming-of-age journey, focusing on adolescent social integration and romantic milestones. It adheres to established social norms, especially regarding gender dynamics and romantic structures. The film reflects a homogeneous cultural landscape, centering on a specific Nordic demographic without introducing significant racial or ethnic diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Cupid's Balls have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The story focuses on a heterosexual relationship between Lucas and Susanne. It follows a traditional structure without exploring LGBTQ+ identities or non-binary gender experiences.

How does Cupid's Balls portray gender?

Fair

Susanne is portrayed as an athlete, but the plot relies on traditional gender roles. The male protagonist's journey revolves around entering male-dominated environments.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Cupid's Balls?

Limited

The film primarily features characters from a homogeneous Nordic background. The setting and characters seem limited to Swedish and Norwegian demographics within a small town.

How does Cupid's Balls represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative follows a typical coming-of-age storyline centered on sports and romance. It avoids engaging with complex societal issues or diverse cultural perspectives.

Does Cupid's Balls include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities mentioned. The narrative does not address neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

Features female athletes, such as Susanne playing football.
Provides a relatable coming-of-age narrative centered on adolescent social milestones.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-binary gender experiences.
Relies on traditional gender roles and male-dominated social spaces.
Maintains a homogeneous demographic with limited racial or ethnic diversity.
Does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Lucas, a teenage boy, moves to a small town in Norway from Stockholm, Sweden. He falls for Susanne, who is on the girl's football team and is dating the captain of the boy's football team. To get Susanne to like him he joins the boy's team so that he can travel to Oslo to participate in the Norway Cup, a large football tournament.

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