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We'll Take Manhattan
Representation Score
3.7/10
Limited
2012
Director
John McKay
Runtime
90 minutes
Average Rating
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We'll Take Manhattan is a period biographical drama that emphasizes the personal relationships and dynamics of the 1960s fashion world. It successfully elevates Jean Shrimpton as a historical figure with significant professional influence. However, the film adheres closely to the social norms of the time, focusing on glamour and celebrating period-specific trends rather than critiquing broader social issues or showcasing diverse identities.
Category Breakdown
Does We'll Take Manhattan have LGBTQ+ representation?
The story focuses on a relationship between Jean Shrimpton and David Bailey that assumes both are straight. There are no characters or narratives that question traditional romantic structures or include non-binary identities.
How does We'll Take Manhattan portray gender?
Jean Shrimpton is portrayed as a strong female lead with significant influence on her career and global fashion trends. The film highlights her professional achievements without reducing her to a decorative role.
How racially and ethnically diverse is We'll Take Manhattan?
The film reflects the predominantly white makeup of the 1960s fashion industry. It does not include a diverse range of voices or perspectives from underrepresented communities.
How does We'll Take Manhattan represent religion and culture?
The movie captures the glamorous, high-capitalist world of Vogue in the mid-1960s. It does not challenge or critique Western social institutions of the time.
Does We'll Take Manhattan include disability representation?
The film does not feature any characters dealing with physical or neurological disabilities.
Present on Screen
- Highlights a female protagonist with significant professional influence and historical impact.
- Offers a detailed look at the intersection of fashion and photography.
Limited or Absent
- Does not include LGBTQ+ identities or challenge straight-centered assumptions.
- Reflects the demographic homogeneity of the 1960s without featuring diverse voices.
- Focuses on high-capitalist glamour without addressing systemic social hierarchies.
Official Synopsis
We’ll Take Manhattan explores the explosive love affair between sixties supermodel Jean Shrimpton and photographer David Bailey. Focusing on a wild and unpredictable 1962 Vogue photo shoot in New York, the drama brings to life the story of two young people falling in love, misbehaving and inadvertently defining the style of the Sixties along the way.
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