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We 3

Name: We 3
Director: Nando Olival
Released: 2011
Duration: 80 min

Representation Score

6.3/10

Good

2011

TV-14

Director

Nando Olival

Runtime

80 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film provides a nuanced exploration of intimacy by focusing on a communal, polyamorous relationship. It successfully normalizes complex, non-traditional interpersonal dynamics, moving away from conventional monogamous norms. While the film touches on regional diversity through migration, it does not provide specific details about racial or ethnic casting. The story mainly focuses on the emotional and relational changes as characters grow up. Overall, the work serves as a character study that challenges traditional hierarchies, emphasizing situational connections over rigid social or religious structures.

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Category Breakdown

Does We 3 have LGBTQ+ representation?

Excellent

The film focuses on a relationship among three individuals, showing affection and intimacy in a way that challenges traditional views of romance.

How does We 3 portray gender?

Good

It highlights emotional sensitivity and interpersonal relationships, moving away from strict masculine stereotypes towards a more communal and emotionally intelligent approach.

How racially and ethnically diverse is We 3?

Fair

Characters come from various regions of the country and move to São Paulo, bringing diverse regional identities. However, there are no specific details about racial or ethnic diversity in casting.

How does We 3 represent religion and culture?

Good

The story emphasizes personal experiences and subjective morality rather than institutional rules. It looks at the balance between love and consequences through a modern perspective.

Does We 3 include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about characters with physical or neurological differences.

Present on Screen

Normalizes non-traditional, polyamorous relationships.
Highlights emotional vulnerability to subvert gender hierarchies.
Explores complex interpersonal dynamics naturally.

Limited or Absent

Needs more specific detail about racial and ethnic casting.
Lacks information about disability representation.

Official Synopsis

Three young people arrive from different parts of the country to go to college in Sao Paulo. On their first day there, a strange and intense attraction unites them. Together, they rent an apartment and begin living together, in close quarters. Sharing kisses and fond embraces. They exchange words of endearment with the naturalness of ordering a sandwich at a diner. They threaten to break up and the next moment they are all laughing together again. College days however soon come to an end and, with each having different paths to trail, separation is imminent. And consequently, their gestures, words and attitudes take on a new weight. Touching each other now takes on a new significance. Words of love are weighed down by consequences.

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