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Name: Home
Director: Yann Arthus-Bertrand
Released: 2009
Duration: 95 min

Representation Score

3.8/10

Limited

2009

Director

Yann Arthus-Bertrand

Runtime

95 minutes

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Home operates as a macro-level critique of systemic structures rather than a study of individual identity. Its scope is vast, prioritizing the biological equilibrium of the planet over human character studies. The film excels in cultural and racial dimensions by challenging capitalist hegemony and highlighting the vulnerabilities of the Global South. It uses the planet's diverse landscapes to illustrate the interconnectedness of human existence. However, the lack of focus on interpersonal dynamics results in a total absence of LGBTQ+ and disability representation. The gender score remains moderate because the film does not actively deconstruct social gender structures.

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Category Breakdown

Does Home have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on planetary ecology and geological processes rather than interpersonal character arcs. Consequently, there is no depiction of LGBTQ+ identities within the narrative.

How does Home portray gender?

Fair

The documentary avoids traditional patriarchal hierarchies by centering the Earth as the primary actor. However, it lacks intentional subversion of gender roles or female-led ability to act.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Home?

Good

Aerial cinematography highlights the tension between the Global North and the Global South. The film shows how resource depletion disproportionately affects various ethnic and geographic populations.

How does Home represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The narrative critiques modern industrial civilization and capitalist frameworks. It frames Western modes of consumption as systemic threats to global biological stability.

Does Home include disability representation?

Minimal

The focus on aerial landscapes and ecological data means there is no visible or invisible disability representation to evaluate.

Present on Screen

Provides a sophisticated deconstruction of capitalist frameworks and infinite economic growth.
Effectively highlights the disproportionate impact of climate instability on the Global South.
Uses a globalist perspective to emphasize the interconnectedness of diverse human populations.

Limited or Absent

Lacks any discernible presence or depiction of LGBTQ+ identities.
Misses opportunities to develop female-led ability to act or subvert traditional gender roles.
Does not include representation of individuals with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

In 200,000 years of existence, man has upset the balance on which the Earth had lived for 4 billion years. Global warming, resource depletion, species extinction: man has endangered his own home. But it is too late to be pessimistic: humanity has barely ten years left to reverse the trend, become aware of its excessive exploitation of the Earth's riches, and change its consumption pattern.

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