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Lo que vendrá

Name: Lo que vendrá
Director: Gustavo Mosquera R.
Released: 1988
Duration: 99 min

Representation Score

5.9/10

Fair

1988

Director

Gustavo Mosquera R.

Runtime

99 minutes

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Lo que vendrá primarily functions as a socio-political critique of state power rather than a diverse character study. It successfully de-centers Western-centric storytelling by focusing on specific regional tensions in Argentina. However, the film heavily relies on traditional masculine archetypes. Its focus on a male-driven survivalist struggle limits its depth regarding gender and LGBTQ+ identities. While the film uses physical injury as a narrative catalyst, it lacks broader representation across other social dimensions. It is a work of social friction rather than inclusive character exploration.

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Category Breakdown

Does Lo que vendrá have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include explicit LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. The story revolves around three male-coded figures, reflecting traditional gender roles.

How does Lo que vendrá portray gender?

Limited

The plot centers on a conflict driven by masculine characters. Key roles such as the wounded civilian and the policeman are traditionally associated with male influence, while women have less impact on the plot.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Lo que vendrá?

Fair

Set in Argentina, the film shifts focus from Anglo-Saxon dominance. It highlights regional political instability, offering a localized, non-Western perspective on socio-political issues.

How does Lo que vendrá represent religion and culture?

Good

The film criticizes institutional authority by depicting the state as aggressive. The involvement of Charly García ties the work to themes of cultural rebellion.

Does Lo que vendrá include disability representation?

Fair

A central plot point involves a character being shot, introducing physical vulnerability. It is unclear whether this impairment is explored deeply or merely serves as a plot device.

Present on Screen

Challenges traditional institutional narratives by portraying the state as unstable and aggressive.
Provides a non-Western-centric perspective by grounding the story in Argentine socio-political realities.
Aligns with themes of cultural rebellion through the creative involvement of Charly García.

Limited or Absent

Lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender characters.
Relies on a masculine-centric framework with limited female influence on the plot.
Does not clearly demonstrate depth in its portrayal of physical disability beyond plot necessity.

Official Synopsis

In a city of the too near future, a city designated for desolation, aggression, and political instability, Miguel Galvan (Hugo Soto) is shot accidentally during a demonstration. This time and space provides a back drop to an intriguing sequence of events where three characters try desperately to survive: the wounded Miguel, an antagonistic policeman (Juan Leyrado), and a foolish vigilante smartly acted by cult rock star Charly Garcia of Sui Generis and Serú Girán fame, who also composed the film's score.

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