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The Deep End

Name: The Deep End
Director: Fabianny Deschamps
Released: 2006
Duration: 28 min

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2006

Director

Fabianny Deschamps

Runtime

28 minutes

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The Deep End is a character-driven psychological study that emphasizes the internal, subjective experience of a child. It primarily serves as a study of individual distress rather than a broad demographic representation. The film offers potential for engaging with mental health and neurodivergent experiences. However, it lacks evidence of diversity across race, gender, and LGBTQ+ identities. Ultimately, the narrative structure focuses on a localized, domestic setting, limiting broader social or cultural representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Deep End have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with LGBTQ+ identities or those whose gender does not match their assigned sex at birth. The story focuses solely on the protagonist's personal journey.

How does The Deep End portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a female protagonist, but it is unclear whether it challenges or upholds traditional gender roles. The score reflects a neutral stance.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Deep End?

Minimal

There is no indication of a diverse cast or specific racial dynamics. The narrative seems to center on a localized, domestic setting without addressing racial complexities.

How does The Deep End represent religion and culture?

Fair

The setting's unique geometry hints at a departure from conventional domestic spaces, potentially challenging traditional views of the family unit and childhood stability.

Does The Deep End include disability representation?

Fair

The film delves into mental health and neurodivergent experiences through Lucille's obsessive fears. It addresses invisible psychological states and internal struggles.

Present on Screen

Engages meaningfully with invisible mental health conditions and psychological distress.
Challenges traditional depictions of childhood innocence through psychological realism.

Limited or Absent

Lacks diversity regarding race, gender, and LGBTQ+ identities.
Does not provide evidence of broader social or cultural representation.

Official Synopsis

Lucille, an introverted eleven year old girl, live with her parents, who are caretakers of the swimming pool in which they stay. Because of the weirdness of this place, which looks like a flying saucer, an awful anguish comes out of Lucille's mind. The "unidentified frightening object" of her confusion would happen to be even more obsessing than all fears of childhood.

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