
Babs
2017

Representation Score
Fair
2000
PGDirector
Steven Robman
Runtime
133 minutes
Average Rating
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The film functions as a conventional biographical drama that prioritizes the life of a singular Western icon. It succeeds in portraying a strong, autonomous female lead who navigates male-dominated industries with resilience. However, the narrative remains rooted in traditional social hierarchies. It lacks diversity in its portrayal of race and culture, reflecting the historical period without expanding the perspective.
Category Breakdown
The film follows a traditional storyline centered on Hepburn's documented romantic history. It does not include any representation of non-binary gender identities or queer narratives.
The narrative centers around a strong female protagonist who demonstrates intellectual resilience and ability to act. It highlights her ability to navigate the male-dominated Hollywood studio system of the mid-century.
The film operates within a homogeneous racial framework reflecting the era's lack of integration. There is no evidence of diverse ethnic perspectives or color-blind casting.
The story follows a Western biographical arc emphasizing the American Dream. It celebrates individual success within Western cultural structures without challenging them.
The focus remains on psychological resilience and physical survival during wartime. There is no significant depiction of neurodivergence or physical disability as a narrative driver.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
The film spans from Hepburn's early childhood to the 1950s which details her life as a Dutch ballerina, coming to grips with her parents' divorce, and enduring life in the Nazi-occupied Netherlands during World War II. She then settles in the U.S. where she succeeds in making it big as a movie actress, in such movies as Breakfast at Tiffany's.

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