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Cheeky

Name: Cheeky
Director: Tinto Brass
Released: 2000
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

4.1/10

Fair

2000

Not Rated

Director

Tinto Brass

Runtime

90 minutes

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Tinto Brass’s *Cheeky* presents a striking contrast between progressive gender dynamics and a traditional demographic composition. The film disrupts Victorian-era social constraints by centering female sexual autonomy and active roles. However, the work remains rooted in a Eurocentric, classical cinematic tradition, lacking multi-layered racial diversity and LGBTQ+ narratives. Consequently, the film serves as a study in individualistic liberation, challenging patriarchal control and social mores without broadening demographic representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Cheeky have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses almost exclusively on heterosexual relationships and does not include any same-sex romantic arcs or non-cisgender gender identities.

How does Cheeky portray gender?

Good

The narrative centers around the protagonist's active role in driving her own experiences, rather than being passive in receiving male attention.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Cheeky?

Limited

The production features a predominantly European cast without intentional racial blending or color-blind casting, resulting in limited demographic diversity.

How does Cheeky represent religion and culture?

Good

The film challenges traditional Western moral authority by emphasizing carnal exploration and personal liberation over religious decorum.

Does Cheeky include disability representation?

Minimal

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

Present on Screen

The film effectively challenges traditional gender hierarchies by prioritizing female autonomy and sexual freedom.
It emphasizes individualistic pleasure and personal liberation to challenge conservative social norms.

Limited or Absent

The cast lacks racial and ethnic diversity, remaining almost entirely homogeneous and European.
There is a notable absence of LGBTQ+ representation or non-cisgender romantic arcs.

Official Synopsis

While scouting out apartments in London for her Venetian boyfriend, Carla rents an apartment overlooking the Thames. There, she meets a real estate agent by the name of Moira.

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