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Holey Matrimony

Name: Holey Matrimony
Director: Diana Lenska
Released: 2014
Duration: 96 min

Representation Score

1.6/10

Minimal

2014

Director

Diana Lenska

Runtime

96 minutes

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Holey Matrimony is a character-focused period drama set in 1948. While it doesn't follow modern progressive storytelling methods, it gives its female protagonist a strong professional role. The film challenges traditional views of women in mid-century films but doesn't address broader social issues or diversity. The movie strengthens gender representation by giving the female lead a powerful role. However, it doesn't include LGBTQ+, racial, or disability diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Holey Matrimony have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film doesn't mention LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships. It also doesn't critique the idea that everyone is straight.

How does Holey Matrimony portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on a female screenwriter who actively drives the plot. This role breaks the passive stereotype of women in mid-century films.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Holey Matrimony?

Minimal

The provided context offers no evidence of a diverse cast or non-Anglo-Saxon characters. The setting and era suggest a focus on a traditional demographic.

How does Holey Matrimony represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film looks at moral complexity through themes of revenge and hidden truths. It highlights the tension between modern city life and traditional small-town values.

Does Holey Matrimony include disability representation?

Minimal

The film doesn't show any characters dealing with physical, neurological, or mental health issues.

Present on Screen

The female lead has a strong professional role as a Hollywood screenwriter.
The protagonist's quest for revenge breaks the passive stereotype of women in mid-century films.
The narrative explores moral complexity through community secrets.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight themes.
It doesn't show any racial or ethnic diversity among the characters.
The story doesn't include characters facing physical or neurological disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A 1948 comedy-drama starring DIANA LENSKA as Hollywood Screen Playwright, Laura Chandler, who returns to her hometown of Wilmington, NC for a bit of revenge which reveal secrets,plot twists and some shocking surprises.

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