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Better Days

Name: Better Days
Director: Alessio Di Giambattista
Released: 2019
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2019

Director

Alessio Di Giambattista

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Better Days functions as a traditional comedy-drama centered on interpersonal conflict. The narrative follows a standard trajectory of individual emotional upheaval, specifically focusing on a protagonist's attempt to reconnect with an ex-girlfriend. The film lacks identifiable markers of progressive storytelling. It does not appear to intentionally disrupt social hierarchies or engage with systemic critiques, opting instead for a character-driven focus on personal news and social embarrassment. Because the story relies on conventional dramatic structures, it misses opportunities for characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. The lack of diverse casting or non-traditional identity markers results in a narrative that feels culturally and socially neutral.

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Category Breakdown

Does Better Days have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The story focuses on heterosexual romantic tension between Gary and Ann. There is no representation of non-straight or non-cisgender identities, nor any critique of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Better Days portray gender?

Fair

The plot centers around a male protagonist dealing with social embarrassment and emotional distress. It adheres to traditional gendered clichés without challenging conventional hierarchies or masculinity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Better Days?

Minimal

The synopsis does not indicate a non-white majority cast. There is no evidence of multi-layered racial dynamics within the social setting.

How does Better Days represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film operates within a typical Western social framework. The focus remains on individual emotional struggle without engaging in religious critique or the deconstruction of institutions.

Does Better Days include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of neurodivergence, physical disabilities, or mental health conditions. These elements are not used as central narrative drivers or character traits.

Present on Screen

The film offers a focused, character-driven exploration of interpersonal conflict and emotional distress.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks multi-layered depth and fails to include diverse racial, disability, or LGBTQ+ perspectives.
The story relies on conventional gendered clichés and traditional Western social frameworks.

Official Synopsis

At his best friend's New Year's Eve party, Gary desperately tries to spark the interest of Ann, his ex-girlfriend, without letting his friends embarrass him, but ends up receiving devastating news instead.

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