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Make a Wish

Make a Wish

Representation Score

5.8/10

Fair

2025

Director

Volfango De Biasi

Runtime

100 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Make a Wish operates as a conventional genre comedy that emphasizes character-driven humor over social subversion. While the film showcases an ensemble cast across various age groups, the narrative structure adheres to traditional comedic frameworks. The film does not make intentional efforts to challenge social hierarchies or promote LGBTQ+ visibility. Instead, it focuses on the tension between individualistic youth and the elderly.

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Category Breakdown

Does Make a Wish have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film centers on generational conflicts without addressing LGBTQ+ identities. There are no clear indications of non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth characters or storylines involving LGBTQ+ themes.

How does Make a Wish portray gender?

Fair

The cast features a balanced mix of female and male actors. However, the main storyline revolves around a young man, which might rely on traditional masculine comedic clichés.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Make a Wish?

Limited

The film is set in a localized Mediterranean environment. There is no evident effort to challenge historical norms through diverse racial casting.

How does Make a Wish represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story explores intergenerational connections through socially relevant themes. It highlights the tension between youth culture and established social structures, rather than critiquing institutions directly.

Does Make a Wish include disability representation?

Fair

The retirement home setting includes characters dealing with age-related physical or cognitive issues. These characters may be used primarily for comedic purposes, risking a lack of meaningful representation.

Present on Screen

  • Features a balanced ensemble with several prominent female performers.
  • Provides a platform for diverse age demographics through its retirement home setting.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or queer narratives.
  • Risk of using elderly characters or age-related decline as mere comedic foils.
  • Narrative structure may reinforce traditional gender clichés through its central male protagonist.

Official Synopsis

A remake of the French film "Maison de retraite": a hapless young man with a fear of old people must accept social relevant work in a retirement home

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