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Under Paris

Under Paris

Representation Score

4.2/10

Fair

2024

TV-MA

Director

Xavier Gens

Runtime

102 minutes

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Under Paris operates as a conventional genre piece that emphasizes visceral tension and survival mechanics. While it avoids many traditional clichés, it does not aim to deconstruct social hierarchies or provide systemic critiques. The film's strength lies in its central female lead, who is both intellectually and physically competent. This portrayal subverts the 'damsel in distress' cliché commonly found in horror. However, the film remains largely homogeneous. Its focus on a localized European setting and a standard survivalist framework results in a lack of multi-layered complexity and cultural variety.

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Category Breakdown

Does Under Paris have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film follows a typical survival horror storyline without featuring prominent LGBTQ+ characters. It does not include narratives that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender or give queer-coded characters significant roles.

How does Under Paris portray gender?

Good

The narrative centers around a female protagonist who is both physically and intellectually capable. She drives the survival plot as a scientist and athlete, providing a strong example of a woman taking charge.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Under Paris?

Limited

The production features a predominantly European cast set in Paris. There is no significant evidence of color-blind casting or a non-white majority demographic.

How does Under Paris represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story focuses on a man-versus-nature conflict with a scientific and logistical approach. It does not critically examine Western institutions, capitalism, or religious structures.

Does Under Paris include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no prominent evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. No neurodivergence or physical impairments play a significant role in the narrative.

Present on Screen

  • The female lead provides strong representation through her high intellect and physical capabilities.
  • The protagonist subverts the 'damsel in distress' cliché by driving the survival narrative.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks multi-layered complexity and diverse LGBTQ+ narratives.
  • The cast is relatively homogeneous, lacking significant racial and ethnic diversity.
  • The narrative fails to engage with broader cultural or systemic critiques.

Official Synopsis

In order to save Paris from an international bloodbath, a grieving scientist is forced to face her tragic past when a giant shark appears in the Seine.

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