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Don's Party

Name: Don's Party
Director: Bruce Beresford
Released: 1976
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

1976

Not Rated

Director

Bruce Beresford

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Don's Party is a realistic look at the breakdown of traditional social norms in the mid-20th century. It exposes the facade of suburban respectability and delves into the psychological intricacies of its characters. However, the film remains tied to a homogeneous demographic and traditional social structures. It critiques social stagnation but doesn't offer diverse representation. The narrative stays within the context of 1969 Australia.

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Category Breakdown

Does Don's Party have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film doesn't include any LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-traditional gender identities.

How does Don's Party portray gender?

Limited

The story focuses mainly on male relationships and interactions. Women are mostly shown in supporting roles as wives or partners.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Don's Party?

Minimal

The cast is very uniform, representing a particular Australian suburb. There is no diversity in race or ethnicity among the main characters.

How does Don's Party represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film examines the fragility of the 'Australian dream' in the late 1960s. It uses the 1969 election as a backdrop to show personal struggles.

Does Don's Party include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no significant portrayals of physical or mental disabilities that play a key role in the story.

Present on Screen

Critiques middle-class suburban stability and social norms
Explores the psychological complexity and personal failings of its characters
Deconstructs mid-century masculine norms and social expectations

Limited or Absent

Doesn't have much racial or ethnic diversity among the main characters
Women are often relegated to secondary roles
No representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender experiences

Official Synopsis

On the night of the 1969 federal election, Don Henderson invites a group of friends to celebrate a predicted Labor Party victory, much to the dismay of his wife, Kath. The Hendersons and their nine guests drink, joke, make love, and fight, all while coming to terms with their individual struggles in life.

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