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A Month of Sundays

A Month of Sundays

Representation Score

4.8/10

Fair

2016

PG-13

Director

Matthew Saville

Runtime

109 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

A Month of Sundays is a character-driven film that explores individual struggles and systemic issues. It finds progressive value by critiquing institutional structures and deconstructing traditional masculine leadership through vulnerability. However, the film lacks broad demographic representation, focusing mainly on a white, homogenous social framework. The narrative primarily centers on the male experience, missing opportunities for more diverse representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does A Month of Sundays have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or storylines. The plot revolves around traditional family issues rather than exploring queer themes or non-traditional gender identities.

How does A Month of Sundays portray gender?

Fair

The story challenges typical masculine roles by emphasizing male vulnerability and inadequacy. However, the narrative primarily centers on the male experience, limiting the presence of strong female characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is A Month of Sundays?

Limited

The film features a predominantly white cast within a homogeneous social setting. There is no indication of racial diversity or representation of multiple backgrounds.

How does A Month of Sundays represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film critiques the effectiveness of Western institutions, particularly focusing on justice and prison systems. It highlights the breakdown of traditional family structures and questions the stability of established institutions.

Does A Month of Sundays include disability representation?

Limited

The film does not feature neurodivergence or physical disabilities as central themes. Although the protagonist deals with psychological issues, these are not framed through the lens of disability.

Present on Screen

  • Highlights male vulnerability and personal inadequacy, challenging traditional masculine roles.
  • Critiques the effectiveness of Western institutions and the stability of the justice system.

Limited or Absent

  • Features a predominantly white cast and lacks representation of diverse racial backgrounds.
  • Does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth storylines.
  • Lacks strong female characters within the narrative.

Official Synopsis

Frank Mollard, divorced but still attached, can't move on and also can't sell a house in a property boom, much less connect with his teenage son. One night Frank gets a phone call from his mother. Nothing out of the ordinary there – apart from the fact that she died the year before.

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