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Nobody Nose Cleopatra

Name: Nobody Nose Cleopatra
Director: Maxime Monier, Charlotte Lebreton, Chams Chitou, Lucie Loiseau, Aymeric Rondol, Mikahel Meah, Marc Razafindralambo, Anthony Trefleze, Jonathan Salvi
Released: 2016
Duration: 7 min

Representation Score

5.0/10

Fair

2016

Director

Maxime Monier, Charlotte Lebreton, Chams Chitou, Lucie Loiseau, Aymeric Rondol, Mikahel Meah, Marc Razafindralambo, Anthony Trefleze, Jonathan Salvi

Runtime

7 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film achieves moderate representation by centering a non-Western historical narrative and a female protagonist with significant influence. By using an Egyptian setting, the animation moves away from traditional Western-centric archetypes. However, the film lacks explicit engagement with LGBTQ+ or disability-specific themes. The focus remains on interpersonal power dynamics between the ruler and her subjects.

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Category Breakdown

Does Nobody Nose Cleopatra have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The story focuses on the tension between a monarch and an apprentice. There is no explicit depiction of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight relationships.

How does Nobody Nose Cleopatra portray gender?

Fair

Cleopatra is portrayed as a strong, irascible leader with significant influence. This portrayal challenges traditional views of passive female historical figures by highlighting her assertive leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Nobody Nose Cleopatra?

Good

The Ancient Egyptian setting naturally includes North African identities, avoiding the limitations of Western casting norms.

How does Nobody Nose Cleopatra represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story explores themes of absolute power and class hierarchy through an apprentice's perspective. It offers a nuanced look at authority within a non-Western context.

Does Nobody Nose Cleopatra include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible or mentioned depictions of physical, neurodivergent, or sensory disabilities in the narrative.

Present on Screen

The film centers a powerful female protagonist who drives the plot through her influence.
The Ancient Egyptian setting provides a natural platform for non-Western ethnic representation.
The narrative avoids traditional Western-centric archetypes by utilizing a non-Anglo-Saxon historical framework.

Limited or Absent

The story lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or queer relationships.
There is no visible engagement with physical, neurodivergent, or sensory disability themes.
The narrative does not explore broader social identity politics beyond class and power.

Official Synopsis

Irascible Cleopatra has a problem. Nobody can draw her nose to her satisfaction. Ahmes, an apprentice painter used to menial chores, is asked to take the master's painting to the queen. At the palace, his troubles begin. The corridors resound with the screams of those who have disappointed Cleopatra!

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