
11/8/16
2017

Representation Score
Good
2017
PG-13Director
Henry Jacobson, Emma Tammi
Runtime
56 minutes
Average Rating
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Election Day: Lens Across America presents a multi-perspective view of the American political landscape. By using seven different photographers, the film shifts away from a single, centralized viewpoint to highlight individual stories from various locations. The documentary's strength lies in its intentional structure. It moves away from a narrow, white-centric perspective to offer a more diverse and layered visual record of the American civic process. However, it doesn't provide specific evidence regarding disability representation or detailed character arcs centered around identity.
Category Breakdown
The film includes a diverse range of individuals, suggesting a variety of sexual orientations and gender identities. Although there isn't much direct discussion about LGBTQ issues, the inclusion of these diverse individuals implies a range of perspectives beyond just heterosexual ones.
The documentary challenges the typical male-dominated world of photojournalism by featuring a diverse team of photographers. The involvement of female directors adds a unique layer to the visual storytelling of the democratic process.
The film presents a diverse range of Americans, avoiding a homogeneous view. It showcases various racial and ethnic communities, offering a more inclusive look at the electorate.
The documentary explores the complexity of American identity and political systems during a time of social tension. It presents multiple perspectives rather than a single, uniform viewpoint.
There is no explicit mention of characters or photographers with visible or invisible disabilities.
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Official Synopsis
Election Day: Lens Across America weaves together the stories of 7 photographers as they cover the most surprising election day in American history, each from a different perspective and location.

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