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My Very Own Circus

My Very Own Circus

Representation Score

5.7/10

Fair

2020

Director

Miryam Bouchard

Runtime

105 minutes

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My Very Own Circus offers a nuanced look at social mobility by focusing on a young woman's attempt to break away from a nomadic circus upbringing. The film highlights women's ability to drive the story and the cultural friction inherent in moving between subcultures and formal institutions. However, its diversity is somewhat limited by its narrow thematic focus. While it provides a meaningful departure from standard domestic dramas, it lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and disability-focused narratives. Ultimately, the film's strength lies in its exploration of non-traditional lifestyles and the pursuit of stability through education.

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Category Breakdown

Does My Very Own Circus have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include explicit representations of LGBTQ+ identities or relationships that go beyond the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender. The story centers on the protagonist's transition from a circus environment to an academic setting.

How does My Very Own Circus portray gender?

Good

Laura, the female protagonist, drives the plot through her pursuit of intellectual autonomy. Her journey challenges traditional expectations by prioritizing academic ambition over established family cycles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is My Very Own Circus?

Fair

The character Mandeep adds ethnic diversity to the circus troupe. This inclusion suggests a departure from homogeneous casting within the film's specialized social circle.

How does My Very Own Circus represent religion and culture?

Good

The narrative explores the tension between itinerant circus lifestyles and rigid institutional hierarchies. It examines the conflict between unconventional communal living and formal Western educational structures.

Does My Very Own Circus include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible or mentioned depictions of physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities within the film's narrative.

Present on Screen

  • Highlights women's ability to drive the story and intellectual autonomy.
  • Explores the tension between itinerant subcultures and formal institutions.
  • Includes ethnic diversity through the character Mandeep.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not represent LGBTQ+ identities.
  • Does not depict physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A girl who comes from a long line of circus performers tries to fulfill her dream of going to private school.

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