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Bolivia

Name: Bolivia
Director: Adrián Caetano
Released: 2002
Duration: 75 min

Representation Score

7.2/10

Good

2002

Unrated

Director

Adrián Caetano

Runtime

75 minutes

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Bolivia is a gritty social realism film that centers on the experiences of migrants. It deconstructs the 'immigrant dream' and highlights the ability to act of those living on the fringes of society. While the film offers a sophisticated critique of regional economic failures, it lacks representation in other key areas such as LGBTQ+ and disability. The film's value lies in its refusal to romanticize traditional social structures, opting for a raw look at systemic exclusion.

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Category Breakdown

Does Bolivia have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on socioeconomic survival and does not explore LGBTQ+ identities or characters explicitly.

How does Bolivia portray gender?

Fair

Gender roles are shown through a realistic lens shaped by economic desperation, avoiding idealized patriarchal leadership and focusing on urban dynamics.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Bolivia?

Good

The story centers on the migrant experience, providing a nuanced look at ethnic identity through a Bolivian immigrant navigating systemic barriers in Buenos Aires.

How does Bolivia represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The narrative critiques systemic economic structures and the failures of the state, framing survivalist behavior as a response to institutional neglect and hardship.

Does Bolivia include disability representation?

Fair

There is no prominent evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities, with the narrative focus remaining on socioeconomic status and migration.

Present on Screen

Strong focus on the migrant experience and ethnic identity.
Effective critique of systemic economic structures and state failure.
Realistic portrayal of underrepresented populations without romanticization.

Limited or Absent

Lack of explicit LGBTQ+ representation or queer identity exploration.
Absence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Limited focus on challenging traditional gender hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

Freddy emigrates to Buenos Aires in search of a more prosperous life. In his native country, Bolivia, he left his family. But the capital of Argentina is not the paradise he dreamed of, and much less for illegal immigrants like himself. But even with that, he gets a job as a griller in a restaurant.

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