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And, There You Are

Name: And, There You Are
Director: Doug Sebastian
Released: 2010
Duration: 95 min

Representation Score

3.8/10

Limited

2010

Director

Doug Sebastian

Runtime

95 minutes

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There You Are disrupts conventional romantic clichés by placing a queer experience at the center of the narrative. The film gives real power to its protagonist, Ray Dalton, moving him from the periphery to a position of central importance. The narrative explores the tension between individual identity and traditional romantic structures. By focusing on the obstacles Ray faces when pursuing men in existing relationships, the film offers a nuanced look at queer social dynamics. While the film provides a strong foundation for sexual orientation representation, it lacks information regarding racial, ethnic, or disability-related diversity. The scope remains focused on subverting traditional romantic trajectories.

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Category Breakdown

Does And, There You Are have LGBTQ+ representation?

Good

The film focuses on a queer protagonist named Ray who navigates the complexities of romantic pursuits. It goes beyond just showing his presence by highlighting the social friction caused by his attraction to men within traditional relationship structures.

How does And, There You Are portray gender?

Fair

Ray Dalton challenges typical masculine stereotypes by blending professional success with emotional vulnerability. The portrayal of 'sexy men' suggests a narrative shift towards the male gaze rather than traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is And, There You Are?

Minimal

The available information provides no data regarding the racial or ethnic composition of the cast or setting. Consequently, no assessment of racial diversity can be made.

How does And, There You Are represent religion and culture?

Good

The story critiques traditional romantic institutions by presenting the search for love through a queer perspective. It highlights the tension between individual identity and established social norms.

Does And, There You Are include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters dealing with physical, neurodivergent, or sensory disabilities. The narrative focuses solely on romantic and professional life.

Present on Screen

Centers a queer protagonist with significant narrative ability to act.
Challenges traditional masculine stereotypes through emotional vulnerability.
Highlights the tension between individual identity and traditional romantic structures.

Limited or Absent

Lacks visible representation of racial or ethnic diversity.
Provides no information regarding disability or neurodivergent characters.
Focus appears limited primarily to sexual orientation and romantic pursuit.

Official Synopsis

Ray Dalton [Roy Kirkland] is a successful businessman, snappy dresser, drives a Lexus on 22s and never meets a stranger, but love seems to be the hardest object to acquire. Ray gets lots of advice from relatives, friends and even professionals, but continues his search for the one right man. You see, Ray only dates straight guys who, unfortunately for Ray, all have girlfriends, which get in the way. This quirky slice of life comedy, based on actual events, is packed with great characters, sexy men and even a few girls. There s always another man around the next corner, and Ray turns lots of corners!

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