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The Tiger and The President

The Tiger and The President

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2022

Director

Jean-Marc Peyrefitte

Runtime

98 minutes

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The film serves as a historical political comedy centered on the power vacuum created by a missing president. Its narrative structure emphasizes the rivalry between two men, focusing on period-specific political satire rather than modern storytelling that reflects multiple aspects of identity. While the setting provides insight into 1920s France, the focus remains on a homogeneous political elite, reflecting the social hierarchies of the time.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Tiger and The President have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The main storyline revolves around the political rivalry between Georges Clémenceau and Paul Deschanel. There are no explicit representations of LGBTQ+ identities or relationships that don't conform to traditional gender norms.

How does The Tiger and The President portray gender?

Fair

The central conflict is portrayed through a traditional masculine perspective. The power struggle focuses on two male political figures, with no prominent roles for women.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Tiger and The President?

Limited

Set in post-WWI France, the story centers on domestic political figures. It seems to focus on a homogeneous political elite, possibly constrained by the era's social norms.

How does The Tiger and The President represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film examines the tension between idealism and established political power. While it may critique Western political institutions using satire, there is no clear indication of specific ideological positions.

Does The Tiger and The President include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters dealing with physical, neurological, or mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

  • The film offers a satirical look at the instability of Western political institutions and leadership.
  • It provides a historical exploration of the tension between idealism and established political power.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or queer relationships.
  • The story relies on a masculine-centric power struggle, offering little role for women.
  • The focus on a homogeneous political elite limits racial and ethnic diversity.

Official Synopsis

1920. Georges Clémenceau just lost the french presidential elections to the unknown Paul Deschanel, an idealistic who wants to change the country. But, one day, Deschanel falls from a train and disappear. At daybreak, France is looking for its president, a great chance for the « Tiger » Georges Clémenceau.

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