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Vermin

Name: Vermin
Director: Jeremie Becquer
Released: 2018
Duration: 6 min

Representation Score

5.4/10

Fair

2018

Director

Jeremie Becquer

Runtime

6 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Vermin uses anthropomorphic allegory to examine social structures and urban isolation. By casting rats and mice in a Parisian metro setting, the film critiques systemic exclusion through a metaphorical lens rather than literal human clichés. While the film excels at using species-based stratification to explore 'otherness,' it lacks explicit demographic representation. The focus on Hubert's internal monologue means that LGBTQ+ and gender-specific identities are not explored or visible. Ultimately, the film's strength lies in its cultural critique of modern indifference. It prioritizes personal expression and individual resilience over traditional social cohesion, offering a sophisticated look at social hierarchies.

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Category Breakdown

Does Vermin have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include explicit representations of LGBTQ+ identities or romantic orientations. The narrative focuses on Hubert's internal thoughts, leaving no room for visible non-straight relationships.

How does Vermin portray gender?

Fair

Gender representation is neutral, centered around the young rat, Hubert. There is little exploration of gender dynamics among the supporting cast or any subversion of traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Vermin?

Good

The film uses mice and rats as metaphors for human social strata. This allegorical approach explores themes of 'otherness' and systemic exclusion within a contemporary urban setting.

How does Vermin represent religion and culture?

Good

The story disrupts conventional urban optimism by viewing a harsh metropolitan reality through a underrepresented lens. Hubert’s slam poetry serves as a tool for individualistic resilience against an indifferent system.

Does Vermin include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities within the narrative.

Present on Screen

Uses sophisticated allegory to explore themes of systemic exclusion and social stratification.
Provides a unique cultural critique of urban indifference through the lens of a underrepresented species.
Employs slam poetry as a powerful tool for individualistic resilience against oppressive structures.

Limited or Absent

Lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight relationships.
Provides minimal detail regarding gender dynamics or the subversion of gendered power hierarchies.
Does not feature visible or invisible disability representation within the character cast.

Official Synopsis

Animated short. Set in a contemporary society of mice and rats, Hubert, a young observing rat, recites slam poetry full of hope within his head as he passes by individualistic strangers in the Parisian metro. Hubert´s poetry remains optimistic and persistent, despite the harsh reality of the world he lives in.

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