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Coexist

Name: Coexist
Director: Fabrice Eboué
Released: 2017
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

5.3/10

Fair

2017

Director

Fabrice Eboué

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Coexist is a biting satire that deconstructs social cohesion in modern France. It steers clear of simplistic views by emphasizing the complexities of a multicultural society. Using dark humor, it questions the harmony between religion and ethnicity. By focusing on the shortcomings of religious figures, it offers a nuanced critique of traditional societal structures. However, the film’s emphasis on religious and ethnic conflicts leads to a lack of representation for LGBTQ+ and disabled characters, which limits its overall diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Coexist have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not focus on LGBTQ+ stories or non-traditional gender identities. It stays neutral without using harmful stereotypes.

How does Coexist portray gender?

Fair

The plot centers on conflicts between religious leaders and the main character, avoiding gender-based power struggles. It avoids idealized views of family life.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Coexist?

Excellent

The film stands out by featuring a Black protagonist in a diverse setting. It gives significant roles to characters of various ethnicities through social commentary.

How does Coexist represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The movie uses satire to show religious figures as flawed humans. It examines how religion and government interact, highlighting conflicts.

Does Coexist include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include characters with visible or hidden disabilities as key plot elements.

Present on Screen

Highlights a multicultural, non-Western majority
Gives significant roles to characters of color
Critiques traditional institutions with moral relativism

Limited or Absent

Does not address LGBTQ+ issues or non-traditional gender identities
Does not feature characters with disabilities
Does not focus on gender hierarchies

Official Synopsis

An opportunistic music producer brings together a rabbi, a priest, and an imam to preach about peaceful coexistence through song. But he's in for a surprise when he realizes the religious leaders are far from saints.

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