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Lascados

Name: Lascados
Director: Vitor Mafra
Released: 2014
Duration: 89 min

Representation Score

3.9/10

Limited

2014

Director

Vitor Mafra

Runtime

89 minutes

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Lascados is a localized social comedy that relies heavily on its regional setting to provide depth. The journey from São Paulo to Bahia offers a meaningful backdrop for exploring Brazil's diverse ethnic textures. However, the narrative architecture is heavily skewed toward a traditional male perspective. The focus on three male friends traveling in a van suggests a story driven by conventional masculine social dynamics rather than diverse gender or identity explorations. While the setting provides a foundation for cultural engagement, the lack of visible LGBTQ+ representation or gender subversion limits the overall progressive impact.

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Category Breakdown

Does Lascados have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film focuses on a male friendship during a road trip. There are no explicit mentions of queer identities or non-cisgender characters.

How does Lascados portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around three male protagonists. This setup emphasizes a traditional adventure focused on conventional masculine camaraderie.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Lascados?

Good

The journey from São Paulo to Bahia highlights Brazil's complex regional and racial textures. The setting integrates diverse ethnic identities.

How does Lascados represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film explores communal celebration through the lens of Carnival. It emphasizes social bonding and escapism within the Brazilian context.

Does Lascados include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities in this story.

Present on Screen

The setting provides a strong foundation for exploring Brazil's complex racial and regional textures.
The pursuit of Carnival offers a framework for communal celebration and cultural exploration.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks visible LGBTQ+ representation or non-cisgender identities.
The story is heavily centered on male protagonists, limiting gender diversity.

Official Synopsis

1994. Felipe, Burunga and Deco are three young friends who want to enjoy the carnival. To do this, they take an old 1970s van, used to sell hot dogs, and leave Sao Paulo for Bahia.

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