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Oeconomia

Name: Oeconomia
Director: Carmen Losmann
Released: 2020
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

4.1/10

Fair

2020

Director

Carmen Losmann

Runtime

90 minutes

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Oeconomia functions as a systemic investigation of global financial power rather than a character-driven narrative. Its diversity lies in its structural critique of Western-centric economic models and the potential inclusion of Global South perspectives on debt. The film excels at cultural critique, challenging dominant Western economic ideologies and power hierarchies. However, it lacks traditional identity-based representation, and without specific data on the demographics of its subjects, the film’s impact on gender and racial representation remains largely thematic.

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Category Breakdown

Does Oeconomia have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The documentary focuses on macroeconomic policy and neoliberalism. There is no evidence of LGBTQ+ character representation or specific narrative focus on gender identity.

How does Oeconomia portray gender?

Fair

The film explores neoliberal policies that often involve critiquing patriarchal structures in financial leadership. However, there is no specific data available on the gender breakdown of the interview subjects.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Oeconomia?

Good

The film examines how debt affects the Global South, introducing themes of post-colonialism and racialized economic disparity.

How does Oeconomia represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The film critiques capitalism and the systemic effects of neoliberalism by examining the consequences of money and debt. It challenges traditional Western institutions and their impact on society.

Does Oeconomia include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence to suggest that neurodivergence or physical disabilities are central themes or subjects within this documentary.

Present on Screen

Offers a strong cultural critique of global capitalist institutions.
Challenges dominant Western economic ideologies and power hierarchies.
Explores systemic consequences of debt that likely touch on post-colonial themes.

Limited or Absent

Lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or specific gender-based narratives.
Does not address disability or neurodivergence as central themes.
Provides no specific data regarding the racial or gender diversity of its interviewees.

Official Synopsis

What is money? What are debts? What are the consequences of both? And how can images be found for them? In Oeconomia, Carmen Losmann undertakes a journey in the strategic heartlands of neoliberal policy.

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