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Listening to Rain

Name: Listening to Rain
Released: 2012

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Representation Score

6.3/10

Good

2012

UNRATED

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Listening to Rain stands out by emphasizing the internal psychological experiences of its female characters. By focusing on the recovery process after sexual assault, the film avoids turning female trauma into a spectacle for a male audience. The film's strength lies in its realistic portrayal of mental health issues and the active role characters play in their recovery. However, the film's diversity is limited, lacking explicit information about the racial and LGBTQ+ identities of its characters.

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Category Breakdown

Does Listening to Rain have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The story focuses on the deep emotional bond between Haley and Emily, but does not explicitly confirm their queer identities or romantic relationships.

How does Listening to Rain portray gender?

Good

The narrative emphasizes the psychological independence of young women, avoiding the objectification of women by focusing on their internal lives and actions.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Listening to Rain?

Minimal

Information regarding the racial composition of the ensemble or the multi-layered identities of the characters is not available.

How does Listening to Rain represent religion and culture?

Good

The film explores the complexities of growing up by highlighting the real-life struggles of dealing with tragedy. It questions traditional societal norms through a subjective moral perspective.

Does Listening to Rain include disability representation?

Good

The film centers on the mental health struggles and recovery processes of its characters, portraying them as active participants in their healing journey rather than passive victims.

Present on Screen

Focuses on the psychological independence and ability to act of female characters.
Highlights the importance of mental health struggles and recovery.
Challenges idealized coming-of-age stories through realistic portrayals.

Limited or Absent

Does not provide explicit representation or storylines for LGBTQ+ characters.
Lacks detailed information about the racial and ethnic diversity of the cast.

Official Synopsis

Listening to Rain is a coming of age story centered around two girls who are sexually assaulted during their senior year of high school. This unique films follows Haley and Emily as they attempt find themselves and recover from unimaginable trauma. Written by Stefanie Walesch and Joshua Good, this film is an insightful look into the adolescence experience of the late 2000's. Listening to Rain provides a window into the minds of scared young women as they try to mend the damage and live on. It is a film about coming of age, coping with trauma and tragedy seen through the lens of those whom are coming of age, overcoming tragedy, and dealing with trauma. Erica Gonzales, Samantha Rakell, and Katie Stewart star in this thought-provoking film directed by Joshua Good and photographed by William Davies Meldon.

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