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Promises

Name: Promises
Director: Thomas Kruithof
Released: 2022
Duration: 98 min

Representation Score

6.1/10

Good

2022

Director

Thomas Kruithof

Runtime

98 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Promises offers a nuanced exploration of systemic inequality and the pressures of political leadership. By placing a woman in a high-stakes role, the film avoids common gender stereotypes, focusing instead on the conflict between public duty and personal ambition. The inclusion of diverse professionals and the focus on inequality suggest a realistic portrayal of a multicultural society. However, the film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Promises have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not explicitly address LGBTQ+ identities or include characters with non-straight relationships.

How does Promises portray gender?

Good

Clémence is portrayed as a strong leader in a powerful position, facing ethical dilemmas and ambitious goals rather than typical gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Promises?

Good

Yazid's presence and the focus on inequality suggest a diverse, multicultural environment reflective of modern French urban life.

How does Promises represent religion and culture?

Good

The film examines the impact of systemic structures like capitalism and local corruption, highlighting the moral challenges faced by individuals in traditional Western political systems.

Does Promises include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters dealing with physical, cognitive, or mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

Avoids common gender stereotypes by centering a woman in a powerful position.
Reflects a diverse professional hierarchy and multicultural society.
Critiques systemic inequality and political corruption effectively.

Limited or Absent

Does not include explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities.
Lacks characters with physical or cognitive disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Clémence, the fearless mayor of a town near Paris, is completing the final term of her political career. With her faithful right-hand man Yazid, she has long fought for this town plagued by inequality, unemployment and slumlords. However, when Clémence is approached to become Minister, her ambition arises, questioning her devotion and commitment to her citizens. Will her political integrity and election promises survive her newly found ambition?

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