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My Name Is Thomas

Name: My Name Is Thomas
Director: Terence Hill
Released: 2018
Duration: 100 min

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2018

Director

Terence Hill

Runtime

100 minutes

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My Name Is Thomas follows a traditional road movie structure centered on a male protagonist's quest for self-discovery. While the film introduces ethnic diversity through Maryam, the narrative remains rooted in conventional storytelling clichés. The film lacks depth in exploring complex social identities and does not challenge systemic power dynamics, resulting in a moderate diversity profile.

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Category Breakdown

Does My Name Is Thomas have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story focuses on a male protagonist and a young woman's journey of self-discovery. There is no representation of non-binary genders or questioning of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does My Name Is Thomas portray gender?

Fair

The narrative centers around a male protagonist's journey and his solo motorcycle trip. While Maryam influences the plot, the story follows a traditional gendered structure.

How racially and ethnically diverse is My Name Is Thomas?

Fair

The film moves from Italy to the Spanish desert, introducing Maryam, a character from a different cultural background. This suggests an intentional blend of cultures.

How does My Name Is Thomas represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film follows a classic road movie structure emphasizing personal enlightenment. It does not explicitly critique Western institutions, capitalism, or organized religion.

Does My Name Is Thomas include disability representation?

Minimal

The available information does not mention any characters dealing with physical, neurodivergent, or mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

Maryam adds ethnic and cultural diversity to the protagonist's journey.
The shift in geography from Italy to the Spanish desert suggests a move away from a singular Western viewpoint.

Limited or Absent

The narrative relies on traditional gender roles and a male-centric framework.
The story lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth perspectives.
There is no evidence of characters navigating disability or neurodivergent experiences.

Official Synopsis

The story of a man who sets out on his motorcycle from Italy on a trip to the Spanish desert to find himself there. But the encounter with the young Maryam changes the plans of the adventure sustainable.

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