
Fiction.
2008

Representation Score
Fair
2008
Director
Sergio Rubini
Runtime
110 minutes
Average Rating
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At a Glance is a psychological exploration of influence and power dynamics in the art world. The film successfully challenges the stereotype of the passive muse by giving the female lead significant professional ability to act. However, the story remains confined to a specific European setting, lacking in racial or ethnic diversity. The focus is on the psychological tensions between the sculptor, the student, and the critic.
Category Breakdown
The film examines complex romantic and guardian relationships within a central trio. However, there is no clear indication of non-straight relationships.
Gloria challenges traditional gender roles by becoming an active agent and manager of the male lead's career. She transitions from a student to a key player in his professional success.
The story is set in a specific European cultural environment. There is no evidence of a diverse cast or intentional challenge to racial norms.
The narrative critiques the corrupting influence of prestige and institutional gatekeeping. It avoids moralistic views, focusing instead on the complexities of professional ethics and personal desires.
There are no visible or hidden disabilities that play a central role in the character arcs or the plot.
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Official Synopsis
Adrian is a talented young sculptor eager to assert himself in the art world. His first exhibition in the Capital catches Gloria's eye. She's an art student looking for "her" artist. Between the two something's born and soon she becomes Adrian's lover and muse, as well as his agent. But someone else also falls in love with Adrian's work: Lulli, an internationally-renowned art critic – and also Gloria's guardian and lover before Adrian's arrival.

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