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The Disobedient

Name: The Disobedient
Director: Mina Đukić
Released: 2014
Duration: 106 min

Representation Score

5.5/10

Fair

2014

Director

Mina Đukić

Runtime

106 minutes

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The Disobedient is a character-driven drama centered around women's ability to drive the story and internal emotional landscapes. By placing Leni at the core of the decision-making process, the film avoids many conventional romantic clichés that favor male perspectives. While the film does not explicitly address identity politics or diverse racial casting, it offers depth through the exploration of the tension between local identity and global experience. The narrative examines the balance between personal discovery and the weight of cultural heritage. Ultimately, the film provides a nuanced examination of interpersonal connections and the dismantling of traditional social structures.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Disobedient have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film delves into the emotional bond between Leni and Lazar but does not include any explicit representation of non-traditional gender identities or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does The Disobedient portray gender?

Good

Leni serves as the emotional anchor and primary driver of the narrative. Her role in shaping the future of her relationship challenges the traditional male-dominated romantic drama clichés.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Disobedient?

Fair

As a Serbian production, the cast reflects the region’s demographics. The storyline highlights cultural tensions through Lazar’s return from extensive international travel.

How does The Disobedient represent religion and culture?

Good

The story uses a father’s funeral to explore questions of heritage and familial obligations. A bicycle trip symbolizes a break from traditional communal or religious expectations.

Does The Disobedient include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible or mentioned depictions of physical or neurodivergent disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

Highlights women's ability to drive the story and internal decision-making processes.
Explores complex themes of heritage and personal discovery.
Provides a nuanced look at the tension between local and global identities.

Limited or Absent

Lacks explicit representation of non-traditional gender identities.
Does not depict physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
Maintains a regional demographic without significant racial diversity.

Official Synopsis

As children, Leni and Lazar were best friends. When Lazar returns from extensive travels abroad for his father's funeral, Leni yearns to reconnect with her childhood soulmate but still feels the sting of their years of estrangement.

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