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The Bodin’s in Thailand

Name: The Bodin’s in Thailand
Director: Frédéric Forestier
Released: 2021
Duration: 98 min

Representation Score

2.2/10

Limited

2021

Director

Frédéric Forestier

Runtime

98 minutes

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The film is a traditional comedic adventure centered around a Western family's journey through Thailand. While the international setting offers an opportunity for ethnic diversity, the narrative favors a conventional travelogue perspective. There is a notable lack of progressive social commentary or subversion of established social hierarchies. The focus remains on mainstream entertainment clichés rather than diverse storytelling. Overall, the film lacks depth in representing LGBTQ+ identities and disabilities, focusing instead on a standard comedic framework.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Bodin’s in Thailand have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any representation of non-binary or transgender identities. It focuses on a family adventure without touching on LGBTQ+ themes.

How does The Bodin’s in Thailand portray gender?

Fair

Maria Bodin, the mother, plays a central role in the story. However, the narrative does not seem to challenge traditional gender roles or hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Bodin’s in Thailand?

Fair

The film's Thai setting introduces a non-Western backdrop and various local characters. It is unclear if these characters have significant roles or if they mainly serve as comic relief.

How does The Bodin’s in Thailand represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film follows a conventional Western travelogue structure. It emphasizes the perspective of the visiting protagonists without critiquing systemic power structures.

Does The Bodin’s in Thailand include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not mention any characters dealing with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent conditions.

Present on Screen

The inclusion of a female protagonist in Maria Bodin offers a departure from strictly patriarchal adventure clichés.
The Thai setting provides a diverse cultural backdrop and a variety of local characters.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and neurodivergent or disabled characters.
The film could move beyond a Western-centric perspective to provide more ability to act to local Thai characters.
There is little evidence of the subversion of traditional gender roles or social hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

Christian Bodin and his mother Maria Bodin are set on an adventure for the Land of Smiles. They meet many zany characters and face several obstacles along their journey in Thailand.

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