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Um Tio Quase Perfeito

Name: Um Tio Quase Perfeito
Director: Pedro Antônio
Released: 2017
Duration: 96 min

Representation Score

6.0/10

Good

2017

Director

Pedro Antônio

Runtime

96 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Um Tio Quase Perfeito is primarily a traditional domestic comedy. Its most progressive element is the shift of economic decision-making to a woman and the assignment of caregiving to a male relative. However, the film lacks the complex, layered storytelling needed for a higher rating. It relies on conventional comedic formulas rather than challenging systemic social hierarchies. Without specific details on ethnic composition or queer identities, the film remains a standard family-centered narrative.

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Category Breakdown

Does Um Tio Quase Perfeito have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not confirm any LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight relationships. It also does not include any clear critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Um Tio Quase Perfeito portray gender?

Fair

Angela's professional success and ambition drive the plot, making her the main economic decision-maker. This shifts the traditional caregiving role to Uncle Tony, a male relative.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Um Tio Quase Perfeito?

Fair

The cast includes a variety of Brazilian actors, but the story focuses on a single family unit. It does not emphasize multi-layered racial stories.

How does Um Tio Quase Perfeito represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story explores the tension between professional capitalism and traditional family structures. It breaks down the 'perfect' parental archetype through the domestic confusion caused by the uncle.

Does Um Tio Quase Perfeito include disability representation?

Limited

The story focuses on the situational comedy of childcare. It does not mention any characters dealing with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent conditions.

Present on Screen

Shifts the traditional caregiving role to a male relative, breaking gender stereotypes.
Assigns a woman the role of primary caregiver, challenging traditional gender roles.

Limited or Absent

Does not provide explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or narratives.
Does not include characters with disabilities or address their needs.
Does not prioritize multi-layered racial storytelling within the family unit.

Official Synopsis

After receiving a job promotion that forces her to spend time traveling, Angela decides to leave her three children under the care of Uncle Tony - which will lead to many confusions.

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