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Obsession

Name: Obsession
Director: Antoinette Beumer
Released: 2015
Duration: 100 min

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

2015

TV-MA

Director

Antoinette Beumer

Runtime

100 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Obsession operates within a conventional romantic thriller framework, relying heavily on established social and gender hierarchies. The narrative structure prioritizes traditional domesticity and heterosexual relationship dynamics over diverse representation. While the protagonist initially has ability to act, the plot suggests a regression from her professional ambitions toward romantic chaos. This limits the film's potential for complex gender exploration. The setting and character archetypes lean toward a homogeneous Western European perspective, offering little disruption to standard regional casting norms or cultural variety.

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Category Breakdown

Does Obsession have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story focuses on a traditional heterosexual marriage between Simone and Eric. There are no visible queer romantic subplots or non-binary gender identities present.

How does Obsession portray gender?

Fair

Simone starts with entrepreneurial ambitions through her bed and breakfast business. However, she eventually loses sight of these goals, potentially shifting into a more reactive role.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Obsession?

Limited

The film depicts a Western European setting and a traditional family unit. The narrative appears to lean toward a homogeneous cast without significant racial variety.

How does Obsession represent religion and culture?

Limited

Themes focus on domesticity, inheritance, and homeownership. The film reinforces traditional Western milestones rather than critiquing social institutions or exploring diverse cultural perspectives.

Does Obsession include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of visible or invisible disabilities within the character descriptions or the plot summary.

Present on Screen

The film provides a female-led narrative driven by entrepreneurial ambition.
It explores relatable themes of domesticity and the pursuit of homeownership.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks LGBTQ+ representation or non-binary gender identities.
The cast appears homogeneous, lacking racial and ethnic diversity.
The protagonist's ability to drive the story is potentially undermined by romantic subplots.

Official Synopsis

Simone needs a change in her life. When she inherits a decrepit mansion in the South of France, she decides to move there with her husband Eric and their two children and turn the mansion into a new home.

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