
Shooting Stars
2002

Representation Score
Fair
2024
Director
Fabien Onteniente
Runtime
102 minutes
Average Rating
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Some Shooting Stars stands out by featuring a diverse cast that breaks Eurocentric norms. By including actors from various cultural backgrounds, the film reflects a modern, multicultural French society. However, the narrative structure relies on familiar comedic clichés, focusing on a group of old friends and their sports-related mentorship. While the film shines in racial and ethnic representation, it falls short in representing LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities. Overall, it balances inclusive casting with traditional storytelling themes.
Category Breakdown
The film doesn't show many characters with non-straight identities. It focuses on a group of old friends and their children involved in sports.
Isabelle Nanty's character hints at women moving beyond traditional roles. However, the main storyline revolves around a group of old friends, which leans towards traditional male-focused comedy.
The film features actors like Kaaris and Mamadou Haïdara, disrupting Eurocentric norms and showcasing a diverse cast that reflects a multicultural society.
The story highlights community engagement and mentorship across generations. It emphasizes collective social bonds rather than strict institutional or Western authority structures.
There is no information about characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities in the film.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
These old friends now have to train the next football generation with the help of their own offsprings...

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