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Mind Over Matter

Mind Over Matter

Representation Score

7.5/10

Good

2017

PG-13

Director

Sébastien Paquet

Runtime

93 minutes

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Mind Over Matter succeeds by centering the lived experience of a musician with Cerebral Palsy. It avoids common stereotypes, presenting a actively leading protagonist who achieves professional success through skill and determination. While the film excels in disability representation, it lacks visible representation in other areas such as LGBTQ+, racial diversity, and female characters.

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Category Breakdown

Does Mind Over Matter have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include any explicit references to LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative focuses primarily on the protagonist's physical disability and musical aspirations.

How does Mind Over Matter portray gender?

Fair

The documentary centers around a male protagonist and his personal journey. While it does not extensively feature female characters, the main conflict revolves around physical ability rather than gendered social roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Mind Over Matter?

Fair

The film does not provide specific information about the racial or ethnic backgrounds of the protagonist or the musical ensemble. There is no clear indication of racial diversity within the narrative.

How does Mind Over Matter represent religion and culture?

Good

The film challenges conventional norms by highlighting a protagonist who defies societal stereotypes. It emphasizes individual expression over rigid institutional standards through the use of rock and roll music.

Does Mind Over Matter include disability representation?

Excellent

This is the film's strongest area, focusing on the ability to act of a person with Cerebral Palsy. The protagonist drives the plot through musical mastery and skill.

Present on Screen

  • Focuses on the ability to act of a person with Cerebral Palsy.
  • Disrupts traditional disability stereotypes through professional success.
  • Highlights individual expression over rigid norms.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks visible LGBTQ+ representation or non-straight themes.
  • Does not provide information on racial or ethnic diversity.
  • Narrative centers a single male perspective without detailing other genders.

Official Synopsis

A young man born with Cerebral Palsy battles a paralyzed left hand, bullies and stereotypes about the disabled to defy the odds and make it as a rock and roll guitarist. Ultimately, sharing the stage with the very band that inspired him to start (or to achieve the impossible).

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