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Never Rarely Sometimes Always

Never Rarely Sometimes Always

Representation Score

8.5/10

Excellent

2020

PG-13

Director

Eliza Hittman

Runtime

101 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Eliza Hittman’s film is a focused study of female empowerment and the systemic obstacles faced by young women. By centering the narrative on reproductive autonomy, the film effectively challenges traditional gender hierarchies and questions the effectiveness of institutional support systems. Despite its strong focus on the female perspective, the film remains narrow in its demographic scope. The lack of explicit LGBTQ+ representation or significant racial diversity prevents a higher overall score. Nonetheless, it is a powerful exploration of individual autonomy within Western institutions.

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Category Breakdown

Does Never Rarely Sometimes Always have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film doesn't focus on LGBTQ identities or non-binary gender expressions. Instead, it critiques the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender by focusing on reproductive struggles.

How does Never Rarely Sometimes Always portray gender?

Excellent

The film centers on the experiences of young women and their emotional strength. Male characters play a minor role, highlighting the female perspective.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Never Rarely Sometimes Always?

Fair

The story focuses on a specific socioeconomic group in rural Pennsylvania and Brooklyn. While it avoids depicting a privileged white experience, the lack of significant racial diversity affects the score.

How does Never Rarely Sometimes Always represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The film provides a sophisticated critique of the nuclear family and healthcare bureaucracy. It emphasizes individual autonomy over traditional moral or religious rules.

Does Never Rarely Sometimes Always include disability representation?

Fair

There are no direct depictions of physical or neurodivergent disabilities. However, the film explores the psychological pressures of adolescent isolation and high-stakes medical decisions.

Present on Screen

  • Strong focus on the female experience and ability to act.
  • Sophisticated critique of traditional family and healthcare institutions.
  • Nuanced exploration of the psychological pressures of adolescent isolation.

Limited or Absent

  • Lack of explicit LGBTQ+ representation or queer character visibility.
  • Limited racial and ethnic diversity within the central character arc.
  • Absence of overt depictions of physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A pair of teenage girls in rural Pennsylvania travel to New York City to seek out medical help after an unintended pregnancy.

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