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Clover
Representation Score
3.3/10
Limited
2014
Director
Takeshi Furusawa
Runtime
120 minutes
Average Rating
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Clover operates as a standard romantic comedy that closely adheres to established genre conventions. The story follows a predictable trajectory of personal growth through a heterosexual relationship, prioritizing traditional social hierarchies over subversive storytelling. The film lacks depth in reflecting multiple aspects of identity, focusing instead on a homogeneous social landscape and conventional power dynamics. By centering the protagonist's evolution around an elite male boss, the narrative reinforces traditional gender roles rather than challenging them. Ultimately, the film serves as a localized genre piece that emphasizes individual romantic fulfillment within existing social structures, offering little in the way of diverse representation or systemic critique.
Category Breakdown
Does Clover have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film focuses on a typical heterosexual romance between Saya Suzuki and Susumu Tsuge. It does not include non-cisgender identities or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.
How does Clover portray gender?
While the story follows the female protagonist's personal growth, the narrative relies on a traditional hierarchy where she develops through a relationship with a male authority figure.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Clover?
The production seems to focus on a homogeneous social environment. There is no indication of diverse casting or the inclusion of different ethnic backgrounds.
How does Clover represent religion and culture?
The setting emphasizes professional achievement and social stability within a hotel environment. The themes align with traditional social structures rather than systemic critique.
Does Clover include disability representation?
The narrative contains no mention of characters navigating physical, neurodivergent, or mental health conditions.
Present on Screen
- Provides a clear character arc centered on the protagonist's personal evolution.
Limited or Absent
- Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender perspectives.
- Relies on traditional gender hierarchies and conventional romantic clichés.
- Shows a lack of racial and ethnic diversity within the social setting.
Official Synopsis
Saya Suzuki is an ordinary employee working at a hotel. She falls in love with her elite boss Susumu Tsuge. Through their romance, Saya Suzuki grows as a person.
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