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Not on the Lips

Name: Not on the Lips
Director: Alain Resnais
Released: 2003
Duration: 115 min

Representation Score

4.9/10

Fair

2003

Director

Alain Resnais

Runtime

115 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Not on the Lips is a sophisticated drawing room farce that emphasizes character autonomy rather than broad demographic inclusion. The film highlights women's ability to drive the story and social maneuvering, challenging traditional gender roles. However, it remains focused on a homogeneous social circle typical of its time, lacking explicit LGBTQ+ representation or racial diversity. The work provides a nuanced look at social instability and female independence, though it adheres to traditional demographic boundaries.

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Category Breakdown

Does Not on the Lips have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film follows a traditional romantic comedy structure without depicting any non-straight relationships or same-sex interactions.

How does Not on the Lips portray gender?

Good

Gilberte is the main driver of the plot, managing her relationships with significant autonomy and not just reacting to others' actions.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Not on the Lips?

Fair

The cast seems mostly uniform, set in 1925 Paris. An American character adds some variety, but there is no notable non-white representation.

How does Not on the Lips represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story critiques the rigidity of marriage and annulment through conversations in a drawing room, emphasizing personal desires over societal norms.

Does Not on the Lips include disability representation?

Minimal

No visible or invisible disabilities are shown in the film. None of the characters have neurodivergent or physical impairments.

Present on Screen

The film showcases strong women's ability to drive the story, with Gilberte actively managing social and romantic dynamics.
It offers a clever critique of traditional social institutions and the sanctity of marriage.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight relationships.
The cast appears homogeneous, with limited racial or ethnic diversity within the Parisian setting.

Official Synopsis

A musical drawing room farce set in Paris circa October, 1925. Middle-aged Gilberte flirts with men but loves her husband Georges, wishing he were more demonstrative. He's negotiating a deal with American Eric Thomson, who turns out to be Gilberte's first husband from an annulled and secret stateside marriage. Along with her sister Arlette, Gilberte begs Eric not to tell Georges about their past. Meanwhile, a young artist, Charly, pursues Gilberte while Arlette tries to match him with the young Huguette, who loves him. Will Eric play along or try to re-win Gilberte's affection? Can Gilberte play one off against another? And who will manage to kiss whom on the lips?

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