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Mon Poussin

Name: Mon Poussin
Director: Frédéric Forestier
Released: 2017
Duration: 97 min

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

2017

Director

Frédéric Forestier

Runtime

97 minutes

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Mon Poussin operates within a very narrow, traditional comedic framework. It relies on established romantic clichés and a conventional coming-of-age structure that lacks depth in representing diverse identities. The film prioritizes a focus on straight relationships and a standard Western European domestic setting, resulting in a lack of representation for diverse racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ identities. While the film explores emotional vulnerability, it does so through a lens of traditional familial roles, without challenging social hierarchies or gender stereotypes.

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Category Breakdown

Does Mon Poussin have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses solely on a heterosexual relationship and its breakdown. There are no visible LGBTQ+ characters or stories addressing non-straight identities.

How does Mon Poussin portray gender?

Fair

The story centers around a male protagonist's emotional journey. The female character mainly serves as a catalyst for the plot rather than taking an active role.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Mon Poussin?

Minimal

The narrative follows a typical Western European domestic framework. There is no indication of a diverse or non-homogeneous cast.

How does Mon Poussin represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot emphasizes the traditional nuclear family unit. It reinforces conventional social stability and parental authority through the protagonist's parents.

Does Mon Poussin include disability representation?

Minimal

The summary provides no evidence of characters navigating physical, neurodivergent, or mental health disabilities.

Present on Screen

Explores emotional vulnerability through a relatable coming-of-age lens.

Limited or Absent

Lacks LGBTQ+ representation and non-straight identities.
Fails to include diverse racial or ethnic casting.
Does not address physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
Relies on traditional gender archetypes rather than challenging them.

Official Synopsis

Vincent, 18 years old, is dumped by Elina. It is his first love, it is the end of the world! His parents decide to take matters into their own hands and will try everything to make him forget this girl: he will have to follow them in a loving detoxification of which they will imagine the program ...

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