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Away

Name: Away
Director: David Blair
Released: 2016
Duration: 110 min

Representation Score

3.3/10

Limited

2016

Director

David Blair

Runtime

110 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Away functions as a traditional, localized character study centered on a friendship in a Northern English seaside town. The film follows conventional dramatic formulas rather than prioritizing identity politics or systemic critique. Because the narrative structure lacks visible representation of multiple aspects of diversity, the diversity profile remains low. The focus stays on interpersonal connection rather than the deconstruction of cultural hierarchies or social institutions.

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Category Breakdown

Does Away have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include explicit LGBTQ+ characters or non-binary gender identities. The story focuses on an unlikely friendship without addressing assumptions about everyone being straight or cisgender.

How does Away portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on two kindred spirits, but the gender of these characters remains unspecified. There is no visible challenge to traditional gender roles or strong female leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Away?

Limited

Set in Blackpool, the film does not explicitly feature a diverse cast. The narrative lacks evidence of casting actors from different backgrounds or non-white protagonists to challenge regional homogeneity.

How does Away represent religion and culture?

Fair

This localized drama prioritizes interpersonal connections over critiques of religion or patriotism. It does not appear to engage in the deconstruction of Western social norms.

Does Away include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the inclusion of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film offers a focused, character-driven drama centered on human connection.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-binary gender characters.
There is no evidence of racial diversity or the use of non-white protagonists.
The film fails to showcase characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
The story does not actively challenge traditional gender roles or social hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

A story set in the north English seaside town of Blackpool and centered on two kindred spirits who form an unlikely friendship.

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