Palo Alto, CA
2007
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Tacoma
Representation Score
4.0/10
Limited
2012
Director
Alessio Di Zio
Runtime
14 minutes
Average Rating
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Tacoma is a localized coming-of-age story focusing on the transition from adolescence to young adulthood. The narrative employs magic realism to explore themes of friendship and personal growth within a small-town context. While the cast suggests a degree of inclusivity, the story follows conventional friendship clichés. The film does not actively challenge established social hierarchies or prioritize identity politics. Consequently, it lacks the necessary evidence of systemic subversion or multi-layered depth for a higher progressive rating.
Category Breakdown
Does Tacoma have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film centers on the close friendships formed during spring break, but it does not include any clear representations of LGBTQ+ identities or relationships.
How does Tacoma portray gender?
The cast includes many female actors, but it is unclear whether these characters have significant roles in driving the story or if they follow traditional gender stereotypes.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Tacoma?
The film includes an actress of Asian descent, indicating some ethnic diversity. However, there is no indication of a non-white majority or a breakdown of traditional Anglo-centric casting norms.
How does Tacoma represent religion and culture?
The use of magic realism highlights subjective experiences of reality. There is no clear evidence of critiques against Western or religious institutions.
Does Tacoma include disability representation?
The film does not feature any characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Present on Screen
- The film features a significant number of female actors in key roles.
- The inclusion of Lily Wai adds ethnic diversity to the cast.
- Magic realism provides a unique perspective on the exploration of reality.
Limited or Absent
- The narrative lacks clear representations of LGBTQ+ identities or relationships.
- There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
- The film does not show a deliberate effort to break down traditional Anglo-centric casting norms.
Official Synopsis
On their last night of spring break, four old friends, now all college freshmen, realize their small town has more meaning than they ever imagined.
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