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The Princess

The Princess

Representation Score

7.0/10

Good

2022

PG-13

Director

Ed Perkins

Runtime

104 minutes

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The documentary uses immersive archival footage to deconstruct the myth of the British monarchy. It shifts the narrative from institutional stability to a study of individual resilience against systemic pressures. While the film is limited by its historical subject matter regarding racial and LGBTQ+ diversity, it excels in its critique of gender and power. It reframes a royal biography as a critique of institutional corruption, focusing on the emotional and political autonomy of its subject.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Princess have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses solely on Princess Diana's life and marriage within the British Royal Family. It does not include explicit depictions of LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities due to the historical limitations of its subject matter.

How does The Princess portray gender?

Excellent

The documentary challenges traditional gender roles by highlighting Diana's significant role in driving the narrative. It emphasizes her struggle against patriarchal norms and the restrictive expectations of the monarchy.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Princess?

Limited

The visual record primarily features white and Anglo-Saxon individuals, reflecting the historical era and the demographics of the institution being documented. There is no intentional inclusion of diverse racial backgrounds.

How does The Princess represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The film critically examines Western institutions, portraying the monarchy and the press as oppressive, systemic entities. It dismantles traditional authority structures and power dynamics.

Does The Princess include disability representation?

Fair

While physical disabilities are not a primary focus, the film captures the psychological impact of constant surveillance. It highlights the mental health consequences of living under intense public scrutiny.

Present on Screen

  • Highlights Diana's personal ability to act and challenges traditional gender hierarchies.
  • Offers a sophisticated critique of Western institutional power and media influence.
  • Utilizes archival footage to emphasize the psychological impact of public scrutiny.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not include explicit depictions of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender characters.
  • The visual record is predominantly white, reflecting a narrow demographic.
  • Does not focus on physical or sensory disabilities as central themes.

Official Synopsis

Decades after her untimely death, Princess Diana continues to evoke mystery, glamour, and the quintessential modern fairy tale gone wrong. As a symbol of both the widening fissures weakening the British monarchy and the destructive machinery of the press, the Princess of Wales navigated an unparalleled rise to fame and the corrosive challenges that came alongside it. Crafted entirely from immersive archival footage and free from the distraction of retrospective voices, this hypnotic and audaciously revealing documentary takes a distinctive formal approach, allowing the story of the People’s Princess to unfold before us like never before.

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