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The Sense of Wonder

Name: The Sense of Wonder
Director: Éric Besnard
Released: 2015
Duration: 100 min

Representation Score

4.2/10

Fair

2015

Director

Éric Besnard

Runtime

100 minutes

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Sense of Wonder is a character-driven film that adheres to the social norms of 1950s France. It excels in its respectful portrayal of neurodivergence, providing characters with mental health conditions meaningful roles. However, the film lacks diverse representations, focusing instead on traditional gender roles and a homogeneous cast.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Sense of Wonder have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows the social norms of its 1950s French setting, focusing on traditional romantic and familial relationships without exploring LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender roles.

How does The Sense of Wonder portray gender?

Fair

Louise, a central character, demonstrates strength as a widowed mother and manages her household with significant influence. However, the film upholds traditional views of domestic responsibility.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Sense of Wonder?

Limited

The cast is uniform, reflecting the demographics of post-war France. The story does not address multi-ethnic dynamics or include non-white characters.

How does The Sense of Wonder represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film centers on individual empathy and operates within a typical social framework, avoiding critical examination of Western institutions like the family.

Does The Sense of Wonder include disability representation?

Good

A key character with mental health issues is portrayed with complexity and ability to act. The film explores how his condition fosters mutual support among characters.

Present on Screen

Offers a nuanced and respectful portrayal of neurodivergence.
Gives characters with mental health conditions real roles and emotional depth.
Highlights a resilient female lead managing solo parenthood.

Limited or Absent

Does not include LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender perspectives.
Maintains a cast that lacks racial and ethnic diversity.
Adheres to traditional gender roles without challenging them.

Official Synopsis

Louise, a widow with two children, almost crushes a stranger with her car. She takes care of him, even if he's not really wounded. It turns out that he has mental disorders and that they can help each other much more than they thought.

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