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Photocopy

Name: Photocopy
Director: Tamer Ashry
Released: 2017
Duration: 91 min

Representation Score

4.5/10

Fair

2017

Director

Tamer Ashry

Runtime

91 minutes

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Photocopy is a character-driven drama that focuses on personal growth and existential discovery. The narrative centers on a man in his late 50s who rediscovers life's meaning through a scientific pursuit. While the film offers a non-Western cultural perspective, it emphasizes traditional social structures and the restoration of family and friendship. It lacks specific indicators of progressive identity-based representation or advocacy for diverse communities. The film explores deep humanistic themes but does not challenge systemic hierarchies or advocate for characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Photocopy have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film follows a typical romantic drama structure without any explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or queer visibility.

How does Photocopy portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on a male protagonist navigating mid-life changes. It adheres to traditional gender roles and does not challenge conventional gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Photocopy?

Fair

As an Egyptian production, the film provides a non-Western cultural perspective. However, there are no specific details about a multi-ethnic cast.

How does Photocopy represent religion and culture?

Fair

Themes of fatherhood and friendship highlight traditional social structures. The narrative reinforces conventional community and familial bonds.

Does Photocopy include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters dealing with physical, neurodivergent, or mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

Provides a non-Western cultural perspective through its Egyptian setting.
Explores profound humanistic themes such as existentialism and the meaning of life.

Limited or Absent

Lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or queer visibility.
Adheres to traditional gender roles and social structures.
Does not include any characters with disabilities or neurodiversity.

Official Synopsis

Mahmoud is man in his late 50s, who owns a photocopying store. When he comes across a topic about dinosaurs, he becomes obsessed with searching for the causes of its extinction, which leads him to rediscover love, friendship, paternity and the real meaning of life.

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