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Cetaceans

Name: Cetaceans
Director: Florencia Percia
Released: 2018
Duration: 75 min

Representation Score

7.2/10

Good

2018

Director

Florencia Percia

Runtime

75 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Cetáceos is a character-driven comedy that centers on Clara's personal journey. The narrative focuses on her transition from a solitary life to one of social engagement after her partner leaves for work. While the film emphasizes Clara's independence and control over her life, it does not delve into broader issues of systemic hierarchies or characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. The film lacks specific details about racial, religious, or disability-related themes, resulting in a neutral profile across these metrics.

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Category Breakdown

Does Cetaceans have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film includes a domestic partnership between Clara and Alejandro. However, there is no indication of non-binary or transgender identities, nor does it critique the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Cetaceans portray gender?

Fair

Clara is the main character, driving the emotional journey of the story. Her path from isolation to social engagement highlights her independence and control over her own life.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Cetaceans?

Fair

The narrative focus remains on a domestic, character-driven comedy. There is no information available regarding the racial or ethnic composition of the cast or setting.

How does Cetaceans represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story explores themes of social reintegration and breaking isolation. It lacks clear evidence of specific anti-institutional or secularist themes that would deepen its cultural impact.

Does Cetaceans include disability representation?

Fair

The plot summary and character descriptions do not mention any physical or mental health conditions, nor do they discuss neurodivergence.

Present on Screen

The narrative centers around a female protagonist who drives the emotional arc of the story.
The story emphasizes Clara's independence and control over her own life.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or diverse gender perspectives.
There is no visible evidence of racial, ethnic, or disability-related diversity.
The narrative does not appear to challenge traditional gender roles or systemic structures.

Official Synopsis

Clara and Alejandro move into a new house. A few days later, he goes on a work trip and she is left alone, surrounded by moving boxes. That chaos makes her accept a series of random invitations that will take her away from the hermetic world she lives in.

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