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These Peculiar Days

These Peculiar Days

Representation Score

6.1/10

Good

2019

NR

Director

Chucho E. Quintero

Runtime

98 minutes

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These Peculiar Days stands out by shifting focus from traditional graduation milestones to queer identity and interpersonal dynamics. Using an ensemble cast, the film challenges mainstream cinema norms through an intimate, localized lens. The narrative's strength lies in its intentional exploration of LGBTQ+ themes. The isolated setting helps delve into identity outside conventional social structures. While the film showcases a diverse Latin American cast, it does not provide clear examples of challenging gender hierarchies or representing disabilities.

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Category Breakdown

Does These Peculiar Days have LGBTQ+ representation?

Excellent

The film focuses on a queer perspective, breaking away from typical coming-of-age stories. The isolated cabin setting allows characters to explore intimacy and identity without societal judgment.

How does These Peculiar Days portray gender?

Fair

The film includes a mix of genders, suggesting a diverse social environment. However, the story seems to center more on the male experience and queer identity rather than gender equality.

How racially and ethnically diverse is These Peculiar Days?

Good

The film features actors of Latin American descent, moving away from Anglo-centric casting norms. Characters' identities are woven into the story without relying on stereotypes.

How does These Peculiar Days represent religion and culture?

Good

The story emphasizes personal ethics and relationships over strict moral codes. It portrays adulthood through the lens of peer bonds rather than traditional academic or family milestones.

Does These Peculiar Days include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no depiction of visible or invisible disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

  • Focused on LGBTQ+ themes and queer identity.
  • Features a diverse Latin American cast avoiding Anglo-centric norms.
  • Uses an isolated setting effectively to explore intimacy and identity.

Limited or Absent

  • More evidence needed to show subversion of gender hierarchies.
  • No representation of visible or invisible disabilities.
  • Narrative focuses more on the male experience.

Official Synopsis

Eight friends travel to a cabin in the woods to celebrate their high school graduation.

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