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Perfumes

Name: Perfumes
Director: Grégory Magne
Released: 2020
Duration: 100 min

Representation Score

6.9/10

Good

2020

Director

Grégory Magne

Runtime

100 minutes

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Perfumes is a character-driven study that finds its strength in challenging gendered power dynamics. By centering a difficult, highly competent female professional, the film moves away from traditional submissive female archetypes. However, the film remains narrow in its demographic scope. It lacks meaningful representation across racial, LGBTQ+, and disability categories, focusing instead on a localized French professional milieu. Ultimately, the work is progressive regarding individual empowerment and professional expertise but remains conventional in its broader social composition.

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Category Breakdown

Does Perfumes have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The story focuses on professional conflicts and the breakdown of traditional family structures. There are no clear examples of queer romantic relationships or non-traditional gender identities.

How does Perfumes portray gender?

Good

Anne Walberg challenges gender stereotypes by serving as a strong, actively leading female protagonist. Her professional authority and demeanor disrupt traditional patriarchal hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Perfumes?

Limited

The film seems to take place in a homogeneous social setting typical of European dramedies. There is no evidence of a diverse or non-Anglo-Saxon majority cast.

How does Perfumes represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative emphasizes individualistic pursuits and moral relativism over religious or patriotic ideals. It explores the complexities of modern life and professional conduct.

Does Perfumes include disability representation?

Limited

The characters' struggles are primarily emotional and socio-economic. There is no documentation of physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

Challenges gender stereotypes by centering a powerful, authoritative female lead.
Prioritizes individual empowerment and professional competence over traditional social clichés.
Explores complex interpersonal dynamics and modern social structures.

Limited or Absent

Lacks significant racial and ethnic diversity within the cast.
Provides no visible representation for LGBTQ+ identities or neurodivergent characters.
Focuses on a narrow, homogeneous social setting.

Official Synopsis

Anne Walberg is a celebrity in the world of perfume. She creates fragrances and sells her incredible talent to companies of all kinds. She lives as a diva, selfish, with a strong temper. Guillaume is her new driver and the only one who is not afraid to stand up to her. No doubt this is the reason why she does not fire him.

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