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Some: An Erotic Tale

Some: An Erotic Tale

Representation Score

4.6/10

Fair

2017

TV-14

Director

Song Jeong-gyoo

Runtime

80 minutes

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An Erotic Tale centers on the exploration of modern intimacy and the breakdown of traditional relationship structures. It disrupts conventional romantic clichés by focusing on infidelity and the pursuit of sexual autonomy. However, the film lacks broader diversity. While it delves into personal autonomy, it does not include LGBTQ+ representation or a multi-ethnic cast.

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Category Breakdown

Does Some: An Erotic Tale have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses almost entirely on heterosexual relationships and romance. There are no visible LGBTQ+ identities or stories involving diverse gender experiences.

How does Some: An Erotic Tale portray gender?

Fair

Bomi challenges traditional gender roles by prioritizing her own sexual autonomy. She breaks down the expectation of being a loyal partner and instead pursues personal satisfaction and independence.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Some: An Erotic Tale?

Fair

As a South Korean production, the film features a cast that reflects a culturally homogeneous society. It provides a specific look at Korean social dynamics without a multi-ethnic mix.

How does Some: An Erotic Tale represent religion and culture?

Good

The film challenges traditional Confucian-influenced social norms around marriage and fidelity. It emphasizes individual desires over maintaining the traditional family structure.

Does Some: An Erotic Tale include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The film does not include any representation of individuals with disabilities.

Present on Screen

  • Challenges traditional relationship hierarchies by emphasizing female sexual autonomy.
  • Challenges traditional Confucian-influenced social norms around marriage and fidelity.
  • Explores non-traditional sexual dynamics and situational ethics.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks visible LGBTQ+ representation or stories involving diverse gender experiences.
  • Features a culturally homogeneous cast with little multi-ethnic diversity.
  • Provides no representation for characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Bomi is a friendly broadcasting writer. She has a boyfriend named Jeong-nam who just graduated from law school, but they're not on very good terms right now. Their sex isn't fun either. Then one day, Bomi's friend suggests she joins the adult version of "Pairs" and starts having affairs with different people. Man 1,2 and 3 and woman 1,2 and 3 check each other out but jealousy gets the best of them and they step over the line.

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