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Mad Summer

Name: Mad Summer
Director: Obrad Gluščević
Released: 1964
Duration: 86 min

Representation Score

4.1/10

Fair

1964

Director

Obrad Gluščević

Runtime

86 minutes

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Mad Summer is a cultural snapshot of 1960s Yugoslavian cinema, capturing the growth of Mediterranean tourism through the lens of youth culture and social interaction. The film follows the traditional social structures and dating norms of its time. While it avoids the overt biases found in more conservative global cinema, it does not aim to challenge these norms. Overall, the story structure focuses on the comedic aspects of local social dynamics and the performance of masculinity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Mad Summer have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film doesn't show any clear signs of non-binary gender identities or same-sex relationships. The focus on boys attracting tourists suggests a traditional view of romance and masculinity typical of the time.

How does Mad Summer portray gender?

Fair

Although there are strong female roles, the story mainly revolves around male actions and social rankings. Women might serve as objects of the male gaze within traditional dating norms rather than as independent drivers of the plot.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Mad Summer?

Fair

The cast is mostly made up of people from similar ethnic backgrounds, reflecting the area of Dalmatia in 1964. However, the theme of tourism hints at interactions between locals and visitors.

How does Mad Summer represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film depicts a secular, pleasure-seeking environment of Mediterranean summer fun. It records the social customs of the time without criticizing capitalism or traditional family structures.

Does Mad Summer include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

Captures a specific historical moment of Mediterranean tourism and leisure.
Avoids promoting religious morality in favor of secular social rituals.
Includes prominent female leads such as Beba Lončar and Milena Dravić.

Limited or Absent

Reinforces traditional gender roles where women may serve as objects of the male gaze.
Does not include representation of non-binary gender identities or same-sex relationships.
Maintains an ethnically homogeneous cast reflecting limited regional diversity.

Official Synopsis

A summer in the life of tourist-seducing boys.

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