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Cloud Under the Roof

Cloud Under the Roof

Representation Score

2.6/10

Limited

2022

Director

Alain Gsponer

Runtime

107 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Wolke unterm Dach is a domestic tragedy centered around the breakdown of a traditional nuclear family. The narrative delves into the psychological impact of sudden loss, focusing on personal emotions rather than social or systemic issues. The film presents a narrow demographic perspective, avoiding diverse representation and remaining within a traditionalist framework. It highlights the emotional resilience of individuals while lacking broader cultural engagement.

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Category Breakdown

Does Cloud Under the Roof have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses solely on a family structure where everyone is assumed to be straight and cisgender. There are no representations of same-sex relationships or non-cisgender identities.

How does Cloud Under the Roof portray gender?

Fair

The story looks at how Paul's grief affects his role as a provider. Female characters are mainly shown in their maternal and domestic roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Cloud Under the Roof?

Minimal

The cast is made up of actors from a single ethnic background, reflecting the rural European setting. There is no diversity in ethnicity or culture.

How does Cloud Under the Roof represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative focuses on the emotional truth of the family's experience rather than broader cultural or ideological critiques. It emphasizes the fragility of family bonds.

Does Cloud Under the Roof include disability representation?

Fair

The film explores psychological vulnerability and mental health struggles related to grief. It does not specifically address physical or intellectual disabilities.

Present on Screen

  • Offers a detailed look at psychological vulnerability and mental health struggles linked to grief.
  • Examines the shift in traditional gender roles as the protagonist grapples with his role as a provider.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not include any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender gender expressions.
  • The cast lacks ethnic diversity, offering a homogeneous perspective.
  • The narrative stays within a traditionalist, straight-centered framework without addressing broader cultural perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Paul, Julia and Lilly are a happy family, until Julia dies unexpectedly. For the sake of his daughter, Paul wants to function and suppress his grief. Lilly keeps challenging him with her imagination and her very own view of Mum's death.

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