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Change of Plans

Change of Plans

Representation Score

3.9/10

Limited

2009

Not Rated

Director

Danièle Thompson

Runtime

100 minutes

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Change of Plans functions as a domestic drama that prioritizes psychological truth over broader societal critique. It succeeds in challenging traditional gender roles by highlighting professional female authority and exploring marital instability. However, the film remains demographically conventional, focusing on a specific middle-class Parisian social circle without broader inclusivity. Ultimately, the film offers meaningful character depth regarding interpersonal relationships but lacks diversity in terms of identity, race, and sexual orientation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Change of Plans have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story centers on traditional romantic pairings and age-gap relationships, lacking diverse LGBTQ+ identities. It emphasizes conventional marriages and infidelity without exploring non-traditional gender roles.

How does Change of Plans portray gender?

Good

The film highlights the professional authority and decision-making power of women, particularly through Marie-Laurence, an overworked lawyer. It delves into the emotional labor and choices women make during domestic upheaval.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Change of Plans?

Limited

The ensemble appears homogeneous, reflecting a traditional, Eurocentric social circle in Paris. There is no significant racial or ethnic diversity in the cast.

How does Change of Plans represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative examines infidelity and dysfunctional family dynamics within a stable Western family structure. It focuses on middle-class social mores without broader cultural critique.

Does Change of Plans include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities in the narrative.

Present on Screen

  • Highlights professional female competence and decision-making.
  • Explores the complexities of marital instability and emotional labor.
  • Provides a detailed character study of middle-class social mores.

Limited or Absent

  • Could benefit from more diverse LGBTQ+ representation.
  • Maintains a homogeneous, Eurocentric demographic profile.
  • Does not include characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

So called friends at a dinner party end up acting like a dysfunctional family.

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