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Almost Adults

Name: Almost Adults
Director: Sarah Rotella
Released: 2016
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

3.6/10

Limited

2016

TV-14

Director

Sarah Rotella

Runtime

90 minutes

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Almost Adults delves into the tensions arising from personal growth and evolving identities. By focusing on a character's journey of sexual discovery and the emotional intricacies of female friendships, the film offers a meaningful portrayal of contemporary interpersonal dynamics. However, the film's impact is constrained by a lack of visible diversity in other areas. While it successfully challenges traditional romantic milestones, the absence of information about racial, ethnic, or disability representation limits a more inclusive narrative.

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Category Breakdown

Does Almost Adults have LGBTQ+ representation?

Good

The film focuses on a character discovering their sexuality. This exploration drives the central friendship's tension and gives the character a significant role in the story.

How does Almost Adults portray gender?

Fair

The story emphasizes the emotional intelligence and nuances of female friendships. It shifts focus away from male-centric perspectives to highlight the interpersonal dynamics among its female protagonists.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Almost Adults?

Minimal

The narrative does not provide explicit information about the racial or ethnic backgrounds of the cast. Therefore, the cultural backgrounds of the characters remain unknown.

How does Almost Adults represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot examines the breakdown of traditional life paths and romantic milestones. It prioritizes individual identity and situational ethics over established social norms.

Does Almost Adults include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the film's narrative context.

Present on Screen

Gives significant roles to characters exploring non-traditional sexual identities.
Highlights the emotional intelligence and complex interpersonal dynamics among female characters.
Examines the breakdown of traditional social expectations and life paths.

Limited or Absent

Does not provide clear information about the racial and ethnic diversity of the cast.
Shows no representation for characters with disabilities.
Does not clearly address the subversion of traditional gender hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

A film about growing apart when growing up. Two best friends relationship strains when one deals with her newfound sexuality and the other with breaking up with her long term boyfriend.

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