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Here Awhile

Name: Here Awhile
Director: Tim True
Released: 2019
Duration: 83 min

Representation Score

6.0/10

Fair

2019

Not Rated

Director

Tim True

Runtime

83 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Here Awhile is a character-driven drama that centers on Anna's ability to act in making decisions about her terminal illness. The film moves away from passive portrayals of illness and delves into the personal and legal struggles surrounding end-of-life autonomy. The movie successfully deconstructs traditional moral and religious hierarchies, presenting a secular perspective on mortality. It uses the terminal condition as a catalyst for complex family dynamics rather than a simple emotional plot device. However, the film's scope feels narrow due to a lack of information on racial and LGBTQ+ representation, limiting its broader impact.

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Category Breakdown

Does Here Awhile have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film doesn't explicitly include LGBTQ+ identities or relationships. While the theme of bodily autonomy relates to LGBTQ+ discussions, no specific identities are confirmed.

How does Here Awhile portray gender?

Fair

Anna is a strong female protagonist who drives the plot through her own decisions. She takes control of her terminal illness, which challenges the stereotype of female passivity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Here Awhile?

Minimal

There is no information available about the racial or ethnic makeup of the characters. Therefore, the diversity of the cast cannot be evaluated.

How does Here Awhile represent religion and culture?

Good

The film challenges traditional religious views by focusing on the Death with Dignity Act. It emphasizes secularism and individual choice over sanctity-of-life doctrines.

Does Here Awhile include disability representation?

Good

The story examines the experience of terminal illness and physical vulnerability. It avoids 'inspiration porn' by addressing the systemic complexities of a terminal condition.

Present on Screen

Strong female protagonist who actively shapes her story.
Thoughtful exploration of terminal illness avoiding 'inspiration porn'.
Challenges traditional religious views in favor of secular autonomy.

Limited or Absent

No information available on the racial and ethnic diversity of the cast.
Lacks explicit LGBTQ+ representation or non-straight character identities.

Official Synopsis

Terminally ill Anna returns to Oregon to reconnect with her estranged brother while simultaneously making the heart-wrenching choice to end her life putting to use the Death with Dignity Act.

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