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Goodbye

Name: Goodbye
Director: Paco Cabezas
Released: 2019
Duration: 110 min

Representation Score

4.0/10

Fair

2019

Not Rated

Director

Paco Cabezas

Runtime

110 minutes

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Goodbye is a localized character study that prioritizes intimate emotional stakes over broad sociopolitical commentary. It functions as a traditional drama focused on a Spanish family unit facing mortality. The film's narrow scope results in low scores for LGBTQ+ and racial diversity, as it adheres to a homogeneous, heterosexual social setting. It does not attempt to challenge established social hierarchies. However, the film finds strength in its realistic portrayal of illness. By focusing on the loss of control inherent in terminal conditions, it provides a grounded look at physical and psychological decline.

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Category Breakdown

Does Goodbye have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any prominent LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It operates within a strictly heterosexual framework centered on the protagonist's marriage and family.

How does Goodbye portray gender?

Fair

While female characters play important emotional roles, their influence is largely defined by the male lead's terminal crisis. The film portrays a traditional domestic hierarchy.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Goodbye?

Limited

The cast is predominantly homogeneous, reflecting the specific demographic of its Seville setting. It does not prioritize multi-ethnic or multi-layered representation.

How does Goodbye represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story centers on traditional Western social structures and religious milestones like first communion. It focuses on personal moral journeys rather than systemic critiques.

Does Goodbye include disability representation?

Fair

The protagonist's terminal illness drives the plot and character development. The film avoids clichés by focusing on the grim, realistic implications of mortality.

Present on Screen

The portrayal of terminal illness is realistic and avoids clichés about inspirational stories.
The narrative provides a focused, intimate look at familial reconciliation and mortality.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks perspectives that reflect multiple aspects of identity and diverse racial or ethnic representation.
Gender roles follow a traditional hierarchy where women's influence is tied to the male lead.
There is a lack of engagement with non-heterosexual identities or narratives.

Official Synopsis

Seville, Spain. Juan Santos, a convicted petty criminal, gets out of jail for a day to celebrate with Triana, his wife, the first communion of their daughter Estrella.

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