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Sanandresito

Name: Sanandresito
Director: Alessandro Angulo
Released: 2012
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2012

Director

Alessandro Angulo

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Sanandresito is primarily a genre-driven action-comedy centered on individual survival. The narrative follows a traditional hero's journey where a male protagonist must prove his innocence against false accusations. While the regional setting moves the film away from a homogeneous Western perspective, the storytelling relies on conventional formulas. It prioritizes localized genre elements over discussions that promote inclusion or the deconstruction of social hierarchies. Ultimately, the film lacks clear markers of intentional representation that reflect multiple aspects of identity. It adheres to established social structures and traditional notions of justice rather than challenging them.

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Category Breakdown

Does Sanandresito have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any visible efforts to include LGBTQ+ identities or narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Sanandresito portray gender?

Fair

The story centers around a male protagonist, Agent Wilson Tenorio, who navigates a crisis. It does not suggest a challenge to traditional gender roles or hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Sanandresito?

Fair

The regional context suggests a narrative set in a specific ethnic area. However, there is no indication of characters of color playing a significant role in disrupting systemic power structures.

How does Sanandresito represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film sets its story in a localized context for a crime-comedy. The plot follows a typical justice-focused framework rather than offering a critique of institutions or systems.

Does Sanandresito include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters dealing with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent conditions. The narrative does not include any evidence of disability.

Present on Screen

The regional setting provides a narrative rooted in a specific ethnic and cultural landscape.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks intentional representation of LGBTQ+ identities.
The narrative focuses heavily on a single male protagonist, limiting gender diversity.
There is no evidence of characters navigating disability or neurodivergence.
The plot follows traditional justice frameworks rather than systemic critique.

Official Synopsis

In San Andresito, anything can be found: From trendy shoes or expensive perfumes, to cellphones, candies and movies. In this place, Agent Wilson Tenorio is falsely accused of murder and must prove his innocence to save his life.

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