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I.D.

I.D.

Representation Score

4.3/10

Fair

2012

Not Rated

Director

Kamal K.M.

Runtime

90 minutes

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I.D. is a social drama that uses a Mumbai high-rise to explore the friction between the middle class and the transient labor class. The film successfully portrays a multi-regional cast, reflecting the diverse internal migration patterns of a major city. However, the narrative lacks visible representation for LGBTQ+ identities or neurodivergent characters. Additionally, the film does not clearly address how it handles disability or neurodivergent characters.

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Category Breakdown

Does I.D. have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ narratives or characters with non-traditional gender identities. The story centers on the social tension between the main characters and a laborer.

How does I.D. portray gender?

Fair

Charu is a female character who plays a significant role in the story, but it is unclear whether the film challenges traditional gender roles or simply reinforces them.

How racially and ethnically diverse is I.D.?

Good

The film features characters from various regions within India, highlighting the country's internal migration patterns and showcasing a diverse pan-Indian identity.

How does I.D. represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot explores class struggle and the marginalization of the working class by critiquing the insulation of urban wealth through the vulnerability of a laborer.

Does I.D. include disability representation?

Minimal

The film mentions an unconscious person but does not provide enough information to determine if it depicts a chronic condition or a temporary medical issue.

Present on Screen

  • The film showcases a multi-regional cast, reflecting the diverse internal migration patterns of India.
  • The narrative effectively uses class friction to critique the social indifference of the urban middle class.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks explicit representation for LGBTQ+ identities or queer narratives.
  • The film does not provide clear insights into how it addresses disability or neurodivergent characters.

Official Synopsis

Charu and her friends share a rented apartment in a sky-rise in Mumbai. All in their mid-twenties, and each hailing from different parts of the country, they have come here to make this bustling metro their home. One day a labourer comes to paint a soiled wall at her house. Irritated that her flat-mate did not inform her, she asks the man to hurry up. A few minutes later, she finds him unconscious on the floor...

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