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Mr Hublot

Name: Mr Hublot
Director: Laurent Witz, Alexandre Espigares
Released: 2013
Duration: 11 min

Representation Score

2.0/10

Minimal

2013

Director

Laurent Witz, Alexandre Espigares

Runtime

11 minutes

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Mr Hublot is a focused character study that emphasizes emotional depth over broad social representation. Its strength lies in its empathetic portrayal of neurodivergent traits. However, the film's narrow scope limits opportunities for gender, racial, and LGBTQ+ diversity. The mechanical setting removes human identity markers, resulting in a narrative that lacks layered representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Mr Hublot have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The story centers around a single male protagonist and his mechanical companion, with no depiction of non-straight or non-cisgender identities.

How does Mr Hublot portray gender?

Limited

The film includes only one male character, lacking any female characters to challenge traditional power dynamics.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Mr Hublot?

Minimal

The steampunk setting obscures traditional racial markers, avoiding racial stereotypes but not intentionally representing diverse backgrounds.

How does Mr Hublot represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film focuses on a solitary character and remains neutral towards cultural and religious values, not engaging with institutional themes.

Does Mr Hublot include disability representation?

Good

The protagonist is portrayed with nuanced understanding of neurodivergence and obsessive-compulsive behaviors, emphasizing his unique identity rather than using it as a plot device.

Present on Screen

Offers a nuanced and respectful portrayal of neurodivergent traits and obsessive-compulsive behaviors.
Highlights the protagonist's unique identity and how he navigates his environment.

Limited or Absent

Lacks gender diversity, featuring only a single male character.
Does not include any LGBTQ+ representation or non-straight identities.
Avoids racial markers but does not provide intentional multi-layered or diverse representation.

Official Synopsis

Mr Hublot is a withdrawn, idiosyncratic character with OCD, scared of change and the outside world. Robot Pet's arrival turns his life upside down: he has to share his home with this very invasive companion.

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