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Geschenkt

Name: Geschenkt
Director: Daniel Prochaska
Released: 2018
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

4.0/10

Fair

2018

Director

Daniel Prochaska

Runtime

90 minutes

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Geschenkt is a character-driven exploration of individual dysfunction rather than a vehicle for diverse representation. The film examines the breakdown of traditional social roles through a specific, localized lens. While the narrative challenges the expectations of successful masculinity and family stability, it does so through personal failure. It lacks active inclusion of diverse identity groups or a systemic critique of institutional power. Ultimately, the film's focus remains on a homogeneous social environment, prioritizing a gritty, naturalistic portrayal of a single, fractured family unit.

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Category Breakdown

Does Geschenkt have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film focuses on a traditional family unit with a father and son. There are no queer narratives or representations of non-straight identities.

How does Geschenkt portray gender?

Fair

The story emphasizes male-centric themes related to fatherhood and responsibility. It uses masculine clichés, particularly the archetype of an incompetent, unreliable man.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Geschenkt?

Limited

The narrative seems to prioritize a homogeneous social setting. There is no indication of a multi-ethnic or diverse cast.

How does Geschenkt represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film deconstructs the idealized family cliché by focusing on a cynical, unsuccessful protagonist. It challenges the Western ideal of the stable, patriarchal provider.

Does Geschenkt include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible depictions of physical or neurodivergent disabilities. The protagonist's struggle with alcohol is portrayed as a character trait rather than a disability issue.

Present on Screen

Challenges traditional masculinity by showing a protagonist who lacks drive and social competence.
Deconstructs the idealized Western cliché of the stable, patriarchal provider through a cynical lens.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight narratives.
The social setting appears homogeneous, offering little racial or ethnic diversity.
Does not explore disability or neurodivergence through a lens of ability to act.

Official Synopsis

Gerold Plassek is an unsuccessful journalist on a free sheet. As an ex-girlfriend who suddenly has to go abroad and entrusted him with her son Manuel, his everyday life changes suddenly. The critical 14-year-old becomes a real challenge. Manuel has no idea that this "failure" is his father - "Geri" lacks any drive, the local pub is his living room and alcohol is his most reliable friend. But his misanthropic life is moving.

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