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And the Devil Laughs with Me

Name: And the Devil Laughs with Me
Director: Rémy Barbe
Released: 2017
Duration: 25 min

Representation Score

5.3/10

Fair

2017

Director

Rémy Barbe

Runtime

25 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

This film moderately addresses psychological vulnerability and counter-cultural themes while avoiding mainstream norms. It challenges traditional masculinity by showcasing a sensitive, misunderstood male lead. However, it does not clearly represent LGBTQ+ identities or racial diversity. The narrative focuses primarily on the protagonist's emotional journey and specific cultural interests. The film excels in breaking down conventional religious views and promoting a personal, subjective moral viewpoint.

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Category Breakdown

Does And the Devil Laughs with Me have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The story centers around Samuel's relationship with his ex-girlfriend, Eva. There are no scenes showing same-sex relationships or characters with non-binary gender identities.

How does And the Devil Laughs with Me portray gender?

Fair

Samuel stands out from typical masculine roles due to his sensitivity and emotional openness. However, the story mainly follows a male character dealing with past relationships.

How racially and ethnically diverse is And the Devil Laughs with Me?

Minimal

The provided information does not contain details regarding the racial or ethnic composition of the cast or setting. No specific data is available to assign a score.

How does And the Devil Laughs with Me represent religion and culture?

Good

The film connects with alternative cultures through its focus on punk music and underground horror. Samuel's conversations with the Devil hint at questioning traditional religious beliefs.

Does And the Devil Laughs with Me include disability representation?

Fair

Samuel's sensitivity and feeling of being misunderstood might relate to mental health issues or invisible disabilities, though this is not explicitly stated.

Present on Screen

Offers a sensitive and emotionally vulnerable male protagonist who challenges traditional masculinity.
Explores counter-cultural themes through a strong connection to punk music and underground horror.
Questions traditional religious structures through a personal, psychological dialogue with the Devil.

Limited or Absent

Does not provide explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth gender expressions.
Does not offer any visible information about racial or ethnic diversity among the cast or setting.

Official Synopsis

Samuel is sensitive. Samuel is lonely. Samuel only lives for hardcore punk music and underground horror movies. Samuel suffers from being misunderstood. Samuel often recalls his ex-girlfriend, Eva. Samuel, in painful moments, also speaks to the Devil.

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