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The Insomnia Club

The Insomnia Club

Representation Score

7.1/10

Good

2018

PG-13

Director

Sergio Goyri Jr., Joseduardo Giordano

Runtime

84 minutes

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The film is a character-driven ensemble piece set in a supermarket at night. It emphasizes the shared human condition of sleep deprivation rather than broader social issues. While it highlights the experiences of those managing chronic health conditions like insomnia, it remains focused on individual struggles. The work offers moderate representation through its focus on a specific condition, avoiding overt political commentary.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Insomnia Club have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film presents an ensemble drama without highlighting specific LGBTQ+ identities or critiquing assumptions about straight relationships. The nocturnal setting allows for non-traditional social bonds, but there is no direct mention of LGBTQ+ themes.

How does The Insomnia Club portray gender?

Fair

The narrative centers on the shared experience of insomnia among three people. It is unclear whether the film challenges or reinforces traditional gender hierarchies or power dynamics.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Insomnia Club?

Fair

The ensemble format supports diverse casting, but the specific racial or ethnic makeup of the protagonists is not detailed. There is no indication of actors being cast outside of their usual roles.

How does The Insomnia Club represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story focuses on a underrepresented physiological condition, emphasizing individual experience. It does not show strong anti-capitalist or anti-Western sentiments.

Does The Insomnia Club include disability representation?

Good

The film centers on the lived experiences of individuals dealing with insomnia, providing a platform for characters with unique physiological perspectives. This shifts the focus away from traditional wellness narratives.

Present on Screen

  • Focuses on the lived experiences of individuals dealing with insomnia.
  • Uses a unique, non-traditional social setting to build character connections.
  • Avoids overt stereotypes through intimate character studies.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not clearly represent diverse racial or ethnic backgrounds.
  • Does not indicate specific LGBTQ+ identities or social critiques.
  • Does not show the subversion of traditional gender hierarchies or power dynamics.

Official Synopsis

Three people with insomnia get together at a supermarket where they share their experiences.

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