
Princess Diana: Her Life, Her Death, the Truth
2017

Representation Score
Fair
2017
Director
Ben Ryder
Runtime
91 minutes
Average Rating
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The documentary focuses almost entirely on a white, straight-centered historical context, resulting in low scores for racial, LGBTQ+, and disability representation. However, it excels in ideological depth, offering a sophisticated critique of power and framing the monarchy as a cold, systemic entity. The work prioritizes a progressive deconstruction of traditional Western hierarchies and institutional authority over demographic breadth.
Category Breakdown
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-straight identities. It stays within the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.
The documentary provides a nuanced look at gender hierarchies. It shows Diana as an individual facing the systemic pressures of a patriarchal institution.
The cast and subjects are predominantly white and European. Given the focus on the British Royal Family, there is a notable lack of diverse representation.
The film challenges traditional Western institutions by emphasizing human empathy over strict protocols. It dismantles the idea of the monarchy as an oppressive, disconnected force.
There are no main characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The film does not address neurodivergence or physical disabilities in its themes.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
This illuminating documentary examines the aftermath of Princess Diana's tragic death and the tense, dramatic week leading up to her funeral

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