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The Graduates
Representation Score
2.5/10
Limited
2010
NRDirector
Ryan Gielen
Runtime
97 minutes
Average Rating
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The Graduates is a conventional genre film that follows established social patterns. It doesn't show signs of intentional systemic change or progressive storytelling, sticking to traditional comedy structures. The film's structure relies on standard coming-of-age clichés. Without any attempt to explore diverse identities or cultural critiques, the production stays within the boundaries of mid-budget, era-specific comedic frameworks. Ultimately, the narrative centers on a localized celebration of high school graduation without delving into diverse identities or cultural critiques.
Category Breakdown
Does The Graduates have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film doesn't show any clear effort to include LGBTQ+ characters. The main characters are a group of friends, but there's no indication that any of them have non-binary genders or sexual orientations.
How does The Graduates portray gender?
The story follows a typical coming-of-age plot. It relies on traditional social dynamics found in teen comedies without challenging gender hierarchies or male leadership roles.
How racially and ethnically diverse is The Graduates?
The cast seems to be made up of a traditional, likely homogenous group. There's no mention of diverse casting or actors playing roles outside their usual background.
How does The Graduates represent religion and culture?
The themes revolve around a traditional Western rite of passage. The film sticks to conventional celebratory clichés without questioning social or religious norms.
Does The Graduates include disability representation?
There's no clear evidence of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities in the film.
Present on Screen
- The film uses a recognizable and relatable coming-of-age premise focused on a significant life event.
Limited or Absent
- The narrative lacks efforts to include LGBTQ+ characters and non-binary identities.
- There's a noticeable lack of racial diversity or diverse casting in the ensemble.
- The story doesn't challenge traditional gender hierarchies or male leadership roles.
- The film doesn't address disability representation or neurodivergent characters.
Official Synopsis
Four friends head to Senior Week in Ocean City, Maryland, to celebrate high school graduation.
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