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A Belgian Chocolate Christmas

A Belgian Chocolate Christmas

Representation Score

3.3/10

Limited

2022

Director

Maximilian Elfeldt

Runtime

84 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

A Belgian Chocolate Christmas is a typical holiday romance that relies on well-known romantic clichés, such as mistaken identity, to move the plot forward in a culinary setting. The film emphasizes a comforting, traditional Western narrative without deviating significantly from genre standards. It prioritizes a sense of escape and familiarity, lacking the intention to challenge social expectations or include layered character studies.

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Category Breakdown

Does A Belgian Chocolate Christmas have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film follows a typical storyline where everyone is assumed to be straight or cisgender. There are no characters or stories that question these assumptions.

How does A Belgian Chocolate Christmas portray gender?

Fair

A woman leads the story through her work in a professional kitchen. However, the story follows traditional romantic comedy patterns instead of challenging gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is A Belgian Chocolate Christmas?

Limited

The film is set in Belgium and features a cast that fits the traditional image of a Western holiday. There is no indication of a diverse range of characters.

How does A Belgian Chocolate Christmas represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story focuses on cozy, traditional Western celebrations centered around food. It does not explore complex cultural or secular themes.

Does A Belgian Chocolate Christmas include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters dealing with physical, neurological, or mental health issues in the story.

Present on Screen

  • The film creates a warm, escapist mood using its European culinary backdrop.
  • The main character actively drives the central plot.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks diverse representation in terms of race, LGBTQ+ identities, and disabilities.
  • The story sticks to traditional patterns rather than questioning social or gender norms.

Official Synopsis

Photographer takes her best friend's place at a Belgian culinary school at the holidays and connects with the chocolateir leading the class. As romance begins to bloom, the only problem is a case of mistaken identity.

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