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The Christmas House

Name: The Christmas House
Director: Michael Grossman
Released: 2020
Duration: 85 min

Representation Score

1.0/10

Minimal

2020

TV-G

Director

Michael Grossman

Runtime

85 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film centers on maintaining domestic stability and family unity. It prioritizes traditional values and seasonal traditions over exploring diverse identities. By reinforcing established social norms, the work aims to provide comfort through familiar settings and values.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Christmas House have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on traditional heterosexual relationships and does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or themes. There are no representations of non-binary or transgender identities.

How does The Christmas House portray gender?

Fair

Female characters play important roles, especially as mothers and daughters. However, their roles are primarily defined by their domestic responsibilities and emotional support for the family.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Christmas House?

Limited

The cast is mostly made up of white actors, with very few characters representing diverse ethnicities. The story reflects a traditional, Western perspective.

How does The Christmas House represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The story emphasizes the importance of the nuclear family and respects for parents. It also highlights middle-class stability and traditional cultural values.

Does The Christmas House include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. There is no representation of neurodivergent or physically disabled individuals.

Present on Screen

Gives significant screen time to female characters in key roles.
Provides a sense of continuity and comfort through well-established traditions.

Limited or Absent

Needs more representation for LGBTQ+ identities and non-traditional gender roles.
Includes a predominantly white cast with limited racial diversity.
Lacks characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Depends heavily on traditional gender roles and domestic responsibilities.

Official Synopsis

Working through some difficult decisions, Mitchell family matriarch Phylis and patriarch Bill, have summoned their two grown sons – TV stars Mike Mitchell and Brandon Mitchell – home for the holidays. It is their hope that bringing the family together to recreate the Christmas house, will help them find resolution and make a memorable holiday for the entire family and community.

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