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Mourning

Name: Mourning
Director: Morteza Farshbaf
Released: 2011
Duration: 85 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

2011

Director

Morteza Farshbaf

Runtime

85 minutes

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Mourning is a realistic drama centered on family conflicts within a specific cultural context. It focuses on the breakdown of the nuclear family and the immediate consequences of personal disputes. While the film challenges the idealized portrayal of families by showing parental neglect and volatility, it does not explicitly address progressive identity issues. The work primarily serves as a character-driven narrative within a particular cultural setting.

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Category Breakdown

Does Mourning have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows conventional assumptions about straight relationships and gender. It does not include any characters with same-sex relationships or non-binary gender identities.

How does Mourning portray gender?

Limited

The plot revolves around a violent argument between a man and a woman. The film does not show women taking significant action or challenging traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Mourning?

Fair

The story features actors from Iran, representing Persian culture. It focuses on cultural specifics rather than overlapping identities.

How does Mourning represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film presents a realistic view of dysfunctional families. It highlights a broken home environment, moving away from idealized family portrayals.

Does Mourning include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with physical, cognitive, or mental health disabilities.

Present on Screen

Authentic representation of Persian and Iranian identity through its localized setting and cast.
Challenges idealized family clichés by depicting a fractured and volatile family unit.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or diverse gender expressions.
Does not include characters with physical or cognitive disabilities.
Does not provide significant evidence of women taking charge or challenging traditional gender roles.

Official Synopsis

A violent quarrel breaks out between a couple at midnight. Being at a relative's house in the north of Iran, they depart for Tehran in the middle of the night, but they do not bring along their son. Something terrible happens on their way...

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