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Chlorine

Name: Chlorine
Director: Lamberto Sanfelice
Released: 2015
Duration: 98 min

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

2015

Director

Lamberto Sanfelice

Runtime

98 minutes

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Chlorine is a conventional coming-of-age drama that emphasizes domestic realism over systemic critique. The story follows a typical trajectory where personal ambition clashes with familial obligations. While the film centers on a female protagonist, the narrative structure leans into traditional roles of nurturing and sacrifice. The focus on caregiving for an ill parent reinforces standard social hierarchies rather than challenging them. Ultimately, the film serves as a character study of individual resilience within a conventional framework, offering moderate visibility for women's ability to drive the story and disability themes without broader multi-layered depth.

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Category Breakdown

Does Chlorine have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters who identify as LGBTQ+, nor does it explore any non-straight relationships. The story focuses on traditional family structures.

How does Chlorine portray gender?

Fair

Jenny plays a central role as a female protagonist, but her storyline follows traditional clichés of female sacrifice and domestic caregiving. Her journey highlights her importance in the narrative.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Chlorine?

Minimal

The film is produced in Italy, but there is no information about the specific racial or ethnic makeup of the cast. There is no evidence of diversity or whitewashing.

How does Chlorine represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story upholds traditional Western values concerning familial duty and the sanctity of the parent-child bond. It does not challenge or critique religious or cultural norms.

Does Chlorine include disability representation?

Fair

The presence of an ill father introduces themes of chronic illness and its impact on the family. It is unclear if the character has true ability to act in the story.

Present on Screen

Provides central ability to act to a young female protagonist through Jenny's personal journey.
Introduces themes of chronic illness and the realities of health struggles within a family unit.

Limited or Absent

Relies on traditional clichés of female sacrifice and domestic caregiving roles.
Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight relationships.
Follows conventional social frameworks rather than offering systemic or cultural critiques.

Official Synopsis

Seventeen-year-old Jenny dreams of becoming a synchronized swimmer. Family events turn her life upside down and she is forced move to a remote area to look after her ill father and younger brother. It won't be long before Jenny starts pursuing her dreams again.

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