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At War

Name: At War
Director: Stéphane Brizé
Released: 2018
Duration: 105 min

Representation Score

5.7/10

Fair

2018

Director

Stéphane Brizé

Runtime

105 minutes

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Stéphane Brizé’s film is a work of intense social realism that prioritizes class-based narrative architecture over identity-based representation. It succeeds as a systemic critique, offering a sophisticated deconstruction of capitalist institutions and the alienation of the working class. However, the film lacks demographic breadth. The focus on a homogeneous industrial environment results in low scores for LGBTQ+, racial, and gender diversity, as the narrative remains centered on a traditional masculine labor setting. Ultimately, the film trades individual identity markers for a broader critique of power hierarchies. It shifts the focus from personal merit to the systemic forces that shape human vulnerability.

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Category Breakdown

Does At War have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses strictly on industrial labor and class struggle. There are no LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight relationships present in the narrative.

How does At War portray gender?

Limited

The story reflects traditional gender roles in heavy industry, with a predominantly male workforce. Characters are defined by their class position and exhaustion rather than gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is At War?

Fair

The film portrays a relatively homogeneous industrial environment. It prioritizes the universal experience of the working class over a multi-ethnic cast of characters.

How does At War represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The narrative provides a profound critique of modern capitalist structures and dehumanizing management. It frames the struggle of individuals against impersonal, oppressive systems.

Does At War include disability representation?

Fair

While no specific disabilities are labeled, the film depicts the psychological and physical toll of manual labor. Chronic exhaustion and mental health issues are central themes.

Present on Screen

Provides a sophisticated and profound critique of modern capitalist structures and institutional oppression.
Offers a nuanced depiction of the psychological and physical toll caused by grueling manual labor.
Challenges traditional hierarchies by focusing on systemic forces rather than individual merit.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight relationships.
Features a predominantly male workforce, reflecting traditional and limited gender roles.
Does not utilize diverse ethnic intersections to expand the narrative scope.

Official Synopsis

After promising 1100 employees that they would protect their jobs, the managers of a factory decide to suddenly close up shop. Laurent takes the lead in a fight against this decision.

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