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Some Shooting Stars

Some Shooting Stars

Representation Score

5.2/10

Fair

2024

Director

Fabien Onteniente

Runtime

102 minutes

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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.

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Category Breakdown

Does Some Shooting Stars have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

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.

How does Some Shooting Stars portray gender?

Fair

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.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Some Shooting Stars?

Good

The film features actors like Kaaris and Mamadou Haïdara, disrupting Eurocentric norms and showcasing a diverse cast that reflects a multicultural society.

How does Some Shooting Stars represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story highlights community engagement and mentorship across generations. It emphasizes collective social bonds rather than strict institutional or Western authority structures.

Does Some Shooting Stars include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

  • Diverse ethnic casting that challenges Eurocentric norms.
  • Multicultural ensemble reflecting contemporary social realities.
  • Communal narrative focused on grassroots community and mentorship.

Limited or Absent

  • Lack of visible representation for LGBTQ+ identities.
  • Potential reliance on male-centric comedic clichés and hierarchies.
  • Absence of characters representing physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

These old friends now have to train the next football generation with the help of their own offsprings...

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