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L'Instant présent

Name: L'Instant présent
Director: Florian Hessique
Released: 2021
Duration: 83 min

Representation Score

7.1/10

Good

2021

Director

Florian Hessique

Runtime

83 minutes

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L'Instant présent is a character-driven psychological drama that focuses on the internal struggles of identity rather than social commentary. The film excels in depicting the lived experience of neurocognitive shifts and the trauma of long-term medical recovery. However, it stays within conventional dramatic boundaries. It does not overtly engage with identity politics, queer representation, or the deconstruction of systemic institutions, resulting in a neutral score for most demographic categories. Ultimately, the film succeeds in exploring the human condition and the fragility of social bonds, even though it lacks intentional systemic subversion.

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Category Breakdown

Does L'Instant présent have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not explicitly depict same-sex relationships or non-cisgender identities. Mario and Alice are central characters, but their sexual orientations are not specified.

How does L'Instant présent portray gender?

Fair

The story includes a balanced mix of male and female characters such as Joshua, Mario, and Alice. However, it does not challenge traditional gender roles or explore gendered power dynamics.

How racially and ethnically diverse is L'Instant présent?

Fair

The setting and character names suggest a Western European context. There is no indication of a non-white majority cast or the use of race-bent casting.

How does L'Instant présent represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story explores the fluid nature of truth and memory. It questions the stability of personal history but does not provide clear critiques of institutional structures.

Does L'Instant présent include disability representation?

Good

Joshua’s recovery from a ten-year coma highlights profound cognitive and physical challenges. This allows for an exploration of long-term disability.

Present on Screen

Provides a meaningful platform for exploring long-term disability and neurocognitive shifts.
Centers the narrative on the profound physical and cognitive challenges of medical trauma.
Offers a nuanced look at the instability of personal identity and memory.

Limited or Absent

Lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or queer-coded character dynamics.
Does not engage with systemic critiques or the deconstruction of social institutions.
Provides no clear evidence of multi-layered racial exploration or diverse casting.

Official Synopsis

After a fall from a horse that left him in a coma for almost ten years, Joshua returns to the stables he knew so well. Welcomed by Mario and Alice, he recognizes nothing and nobody. During the day, they will try to bring back some memories in the head of the man they were so close to, but who, today, seems to be a complete stranger.

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