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Happy

Name: Happy
Director: Jordan Goldnadel
Released: 2015
Duration: 97 min

Representation Score

5.5/10

Fair

2015

Director

Jordan Goldnadel

Runtime

97 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Happy is a character-driven film that delves into the evolution of identity and social standing. By focusing on the internal growth of its main characters, the film transcends typical romantic narratives to explore how upbringing influences personal choices. The narrative effectively contrasts European and American cultural perspectives, providing a platform to discuss diverse social environments. However, the film's exploration remains limited to certain cultural backgrounds and does not include broader racial or ethnic diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Happy have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film follows a protagonist's journey of self-discovery, emphasizing the fluidity of sexual identity rather than fixed roles.

How does Happy portray gender?

Fair

Alessia is portrayed with significant control over her own life rather than being defined solely by her romantic relationships. The story focuses on individualistic traits rather than traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Happy?

Fair

The film sets up a dialogue between Parisian and American cultures, highlighting the exchange and differences in societal views.

How does Happy represent religion and culture?

Good

The plot criticizes restrictive social structures and class divisions, favoring personal passion and individual values over traditional family duties.

Does Happy include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the narrative.

Present on Screen

Explores sexual identity through a lens of fluidity and self-discovery.
Gives the female lead significant control over her life, avoiding passive romantic roles.
Highlights cultural exchanges and differing societal perspectives.

Limited or Absent

Does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Focuses primarily on Western social strata, limiting broader racial and ethnic diversity.
Relies heavily on the tension between two specific cultural backgrounds.

Official Synopsis

Florent, 23, is an upper class Parisian who dreams of going back to America, where he attended college. One summer he meets Alessia, an American girl, lost in the streets of Paris. Together and with random encounters while on a journey from Paris to Normandy, they explore their passions, which draws them closer as well as brings up their clashing differences. As they face a crucial crossroad in their lives, they will uncover new sides of themselves, struggling to determine who they are personally, professionally and sexually while to break free from their upbringings.

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