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The Christmas Contest

The Christmas Contest

Representation Score

2.0/10

Limited

2021

TV-G

Director

Paula Elle

Runtime

84 minutes

Average Rating

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The film follows a conventional holiday romance structure, focusing on established genre clichés rather than disrupting social hierarchies. It leans towards traditional family-centric themes and holiday sentiments. While the cast includes diverse actors, the narrative does not explore multi-layered stories. The focus remains on a predictable romantic arc rather than challenging systemic power dynamics. Overall, the film reinforces traditional heterosexual resolutions and Western holiday traditions, fitting within the standard framework of holiday-themed romantic dramas.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Christmas Contest have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film centers on a heterosexual relationship between the main characters, with no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or critiques of traditional romantic structures.

How does The Christmas Contest portray gender?

Fair

The film highlights the competitive relationship between Lara and Ben, providing some opportunities for women to drive the story. However, it relies on conventional gender roles typical of the romance genre.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Christmas Contest?

Limited

The cast includes diverse actors such as Doron Bell and Matteus Lunot, but race does not significantly influence the plot.

How does The Christmas Contest represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story emphasizes traditional Western Christmas celebrations and family values, promoting social cohesion through established holiday sentiments and charitable activities.

Does The Christmas Contest include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no visible inclusion of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities in the narrative.

Present on Screen

  • The cast features a mix of ethnicities, including actors like Doron Bell and Matteus Lunot.
  • The competitive dynamic between the leads allows for some female involvement in driving the story.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional perspectives.
  • The film adheres to traditional Western cultural norms without exploring diverse holiday traditions.
  • There is no inclusion of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Exes Lara and Ben compete in a Christmas contest to win money for the charity of their choosing. The city watches them battle and choose what is more important, victory or love.

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