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Yara

Yara

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

2021

TV-14

Director

Marco Tullio Giordana

Runtime

96 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Yara is a sophisticated social realism film that prioritizes historical and procedural accuracy. It highlights the human side of the judicial process and showcases female leadership in a male-dominated legal environment. However, the film lacks breadth in representing LGBTQ+ identities and racial diversity. It operates within a localized demographic framework that does not disrupt social hierarchies.

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Category Breakdown

Does Yara have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a criminal investigation and does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives about queer identities.

How does Yara portray gender?

Good

A female prosecutor serves as a strong intellectual and professional figure. However, women are also depicted through traditional roles involving domestic life and emotional labor.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Yara?

Limited

The casting reflects the local Italian setting without challenging traditional demographic norms through diverse representation.

How does Yara represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story emphasizes justice through state institutions and explores the tension between legal systems and community emotions.

Does Yara include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no prominent depictions of visible or invisible disabilities that serve as central character arcs or plot drivers.

Present on Screen

  • Highlights the professional and intellectual capabilities of female leaders in a high-stakes legal environment.
  • Offers a nuanced, humanistic perspective on a complex judicial process.
  • Maintains regional authenticity through localized casting and setting.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not include any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth characters.
  • Does not explore racial or ethnic diversity beyond the local norm.
  • Depicts women primarily through traditional roles involving domestic life and emotional labor.

Official Synopsis

The murder of 13-year-old Yara Gambirasio shocks the little town of Brembate di Sopra, Italy. To bring the culprit to justice, prosecutors have only scant DNA evidence and no database to compare them to. Based on a true story.

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