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August Falls

Name: August Falls
Director: Sam Hancock
Released: 2017
Duration: 98 min

Representation Score

4.1/10

Fair

2017

Director

Sam Hancock

Runtime

98 minutes

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August Falls is a character-driven psychological drama that emphasizes individual emotional journeys. It prioritizes personal struggles over broader social critiques. While the female lead provides a foundation for gendered ability to act, the film lacks the structural subversion necessary for a higher progressive diversity rating. The narrative centers on a mother's journey through grief and guilt, focusing on domestic, individualistic themes. This limits the scope of its social representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does August Falls have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include explicit references to LGBTQ+ characters or dynamics centered around non-straight relationships. It emphasizes a traditional family dynamic.

How does August Falls portray gender?

Fair

Fairuza Balk's character demonstrates strong psychological ability to act as she seeks the truth. However, the film does not explicitly challenge traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is August Falls?

Fair

The cast includes actors from various ethnic backgrounds like Isaac J. Cruz. Despite this, the story remains focused on a localized, individualistic struggle within a California context.

How does August Falls represent religion and culture?

Limited

Themes of grief and personal guilt emphasize individual morality. The narrative does not address broader systemic or institutional issues.

Does August Falls include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any central narrative elements related to physical disabilities or neurodivergence.

Present on Screen

The film offers a significant role in driving the story to its central female protagonist.
The cast includes actors from diverse ethnic backgrounds.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ characters or identities.
The story focuses on individual morality rather than broader systemic critiques.
There is no visible representation of physical disabilities or neurodivergence.

Official Synopsis

Struggling to find the truth behind her son's mysterious death, an estranged mother must confront her own hidden guilt.

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