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Coming Out

Name: Coming Out
Director: Danny Thompson
Released: 2017
Duration: 19 min

Representation Score

5.9/10

Fair

2017

TV-PG

Director

Danny Thompson

Runtime

19 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Coming Out provides a detailed look at the intersection of LGBTQ+ identity and the Mormon faith in Utah. By centering queer voices within a traditional setting, the film challenges institutional dogma and prioritizes individual lived truths over religious hegemony. The documentary offers a nuanced understanding of queer domesticity through various family perspectives, avoiding monolithic depictions. However, its scope appears limited in other areas. While it explores sexual orientation deeply, there is less evidence regarding the deconstruction of gender roles or specific racial and ethnic intersections.

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Category Breakdown

Does Coming Out have LGBTQ+ representation?

Excellent

The film centers on the experiences of individuals growing up homosexual within a religious framework, exploring the complexities of identity formation. It goes beyond simple visibility to delve into the nuances of queer life.

How does Coming Out portray gender?

Fair

The narrative focuses primarily on sexual orientation rather than challenging traditional gender roles. It is unclear if the film addresses specific aspects of masculinity or femininity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Coming Out?

Fair

While described as a diverse collection of stories, it is unclear if this includes significant intersections of race and ethnicity. The focus remains largely on a shared religious and geographic context.

How does Coming Out represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The documentary examines the conflict between the LDS faith and queer identity, presenting both positive and negative cultural aspects without a singular moralizing tone.

Does Coming Out include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no specific evidence regarding the portrayal of physical, neurodivergent, or mental health disabilities in this work.

Present on Screen

Offers a nuanced exploration of the tension between religious institutions and queer identity.
Avoids monolithic depictions by including both active and non-active family perspectives.
Centers queer lived experiences to explore complex identity formation within a specific cultural framework.

Limited or Absent

Lacks clear evidence regarding the representation of racial and ethnic intersections.
Provides insufficient focus on the subversion of gender hierarchies or specific gender roles.
Does not offer visible representation or discussion regarding disability or neurodivergence.

Official Synopsis

A diverse collection of stories about growing up homosexual in the Mormon religion. A close look at the culture surrounding Utah's Gay community, both positive and negative, told by active and non-active families of the LDS Faith.

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