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The Eyes of My Mother

The Eyes of My Mother

Representation Score

4.6/10

Fair

2016

R

Director

Nicolas Pesce

Runtime

76 minutes

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The Eyes of My Mother is a specialized psychological horror that prioritizes character deconstruction over broad demographic representation. It subverts traditional gender roles by focusing on a female protagonist who wields absolute control. However, the film remains homogeneous, lacking diverse representation and engagement with LGBTQ+ identities. While it avoids traditional social norms, it challenges conventional moral frameworks and explores psychological complexity.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Eyes of My Mother have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It focuses solely on the protagonist's psychological issues without addressing queer identity.

How does The Eyes of My Mother portray gender?

Good

Elisabeth challenges traditional gender roles by taking absolute control and exerting violent ability to act. She replaces masculine dominance with a terrifying, feminine autonomy.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Eyes of My Mother?

Minimal

The film maintains a very homogeneous look in its rural setting. It does not feature diverse casting or explore multi-layered identities.

How does The Eyes of My Mother represent religion and culture?

Good

The film challenges conventional Western morals by presenting the protagonist's actions as an internal reality rather than a social violation. It uses moral relativism to question standard ethical boundaries.

Does The Eyes of My Mother include disability representation?

Fair

The protagonist's severe psychological trauma and psychosis are explored as part of the horror narrative. However, these elements primarily serve to drive the plot.

Present on Screen

  • Challenges traditional gender roles by centering a female protagonist with absolute control.
  • Uses moral relativism to question conventional ethical boundaries.
  • Explores profound psychological trauma through a non-traditional narrative lens.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks any explicit LGBTQ+ representation or engagement with queer identities.
  • Maintains a highly homogeneous aesthetic with minimal racial or ethnic diversity.
  • Does not provide ability to act to characters with recognized disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A young, lonely woman is consumed by her deepest and darkest desires after tragedy strikes her quiet country life.

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