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The Chosen One

Name: The Chosen One
Director: Fernando Huertas
Released: 1985
Duration: 80 min

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

1985

Director

Fernando Huertas

Runtime

80 minutes

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The film operates primarily as an existentialist thriller, focusing on genre conventions rather than intentional characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. While it includes several female actors, the narrative centers on a male protagonist's journey. Demographically, the film reflects a homogeneous population typical of its time, lacking visible efforts towards racial or ethnic diversity. It also fails to address LGBTQ+ identities or disabilities. The film's strength lies in its thematic exploration of societal instability, offering a cynical view of modern existence through a narrow lens.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Chosen One have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight identities. The main character's journey focuses on personal struggles rather than queer themes.

How does The Chosen One portray gender?

Fair

The film features a notable number of female roles, contributing to a balanced cast. However, the central storyline revolves around a male protagonist's experiences.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Chosen One?

Limited

The film reflects a largely homogeneous population typical of Spain in the 1980s. There is no indication of a multi-ethnic cast or diverse racial backgrounds.

How does The Chosen One represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story delves into subjective morality and existential themes, critiquing societal structures through a disillusioned protagonist facing chaos and moral ambiguity.

Does The Chosen One include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of physical or neurodivergent disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

The film features a significant number of female actors, providing a balanced cast.
The narrative challenges traditional societal stability through its existentialist themes and moral ambiguity.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks racial and ethnic diversity, reflecting a very homogeneous demographic.
There is no visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or neurodivergent and physical disabilities.
The central plot is heavily centered on a male protagonist's journey.

Official Synopsis

Federico is a cashier in a bank. He is bored with his life. But one day a body falls on his car. The suspected suicide victim is collected by a group of men that disappear in a car. Federico's life is about to change completely.

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