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The Quiet One

The Quiet One

Representation Score

2.2/10

Limited

2019

Unrated

Director

Oliver Murray

Runtime

97 minutes

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The Quiet One is a documentary that preserves history rather than commenting on social issues. It offers a personal and intimate look at Bill Wyman's time with the Rolling Stones using personal memories and home movies. The film’s structure relies on personal accounts and old footage, which brings a human touch to a musical figure but does not aim to challenge traditional social norms. Without intentional representation of multiple aspects of diversity or the examination of broader societal norms, the film stays true to its archival purpose.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Quiet One have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on Bill Wyman's musical career and does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories about non-cisgender identities.

How does The Quiet One portray gender?

Fair

The documentary highlights the male-dominated world of rock music from the 1960s to the 1990s. It does not feature strong roles for women or challenge male leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Quiet One?

Limited

The story centers around a mostly white, Anglo-Saxon musical tradition linked to the Rolling Stones. It does not show a wide range of races or consider multiple aspects of diversity.

How does The Quiet One represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film looks back fondly on a Western cultural icon, celebrating traditions without questioning established institutions.

Does The Quiet One include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not portray any characters with visible or invisible disabilities as key parts of the story.

Present on Screen

  • Offers a personal, intimate look at a rock icon through personal archives.
  • Uses rare home movies and photos to provide a unique historical perspective.

Limited or Absent

  • Could benefit from showing more roles for women in the rock industry.
  • Needs to include more diverse racial or LGBTQ+ perspectives.
  • Should consider engaging with broader systemic or cultural structures.

Official Synopsis

Featuring never-before-seen home movies and photographs, musician Bill Wyman opens up his vast personal archives to share stories and memories of his three-decade stint as bassist of the Rolling Stones.

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