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Selfie
Representation Score
4.6/10
Fair
2018
Director
Nikolay Khomeriki
Runtime
114 minutes
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Selfie is a psychological exploration of identity erasure that prioritizes existential themes over demographic diversity. The film uses the doppelgänger cliché to examine the tension between public personas and private truths. While the film lacks multi-layered variety, it finds progressive value in its subversion of the 'successful man' archetype. By centering the resolution on the protagonist's daughter, it shifts the focus away from the male ego. Ultimately, the work serves as a critique of social performance rather than a vehicle for broad demographic inclusion.
Category Breakdown
Does Selfie have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include explicit representations of LGBTQ+ identities or dynamics that go beyond the assumption that everyone is straight. The narrative centers on the protagonist's separation from his existing romantic relationships and social circle.
How does Selfie portray gender?
The story challenges traditional male-centric narratives by shifting the focus away from the cynical male protagonist. His daughter becomes the key figure seeking to uncover his true identity.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Selfie?
The narrative seems focused on a particular social class of successful intellectuals. There is no indication of a multi-ethnic cast or multi-layered dynamics.
How does Selfie represent religion and culture?
The film critiques modern social structures and the performative nature of identity. It deconstructs the stability of meritocracy by showing how easily a successful career can be dismantled.
Does Selfie include disability representation?
There is no information about the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities within the narrative.
Present on Screen
- Shifts narrative focus away from the male protagonist to the female protagonist's daughter.
- Provides a sharp critique of the performative nature of modern identity and professional success.
Limited or Absent
- Does not explicitly represent LGBTQ+ identities or diverse non-straight relationship dynamics.
- Does not provide evidence of racial, ethnic, or multi-cultural diversity within the cast.
Official Synopsis
He was his absolute copy – his gestures, body language and jokes were so real, no one suspected the change. Bogdanov looked at the screen as if it was mirror. the double has taken over his tV-show, held meetings with his fans, lived with his women and had drinks with his friends. Bogdanov’s life and identity were erased in an instant. Popular, successful and cynical writer Bogdanov lost everything he has been working on for years building his career. As he clearly sees that the double is better and sincerer than he, he realizes the battle of his life is lost. the only one who wants to have real Bogdanov back is his daughter...
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