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This Could Be You

This Could Be You

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

2021

Director

Rafa Moreira

Runtime

8 minutes

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This documentary functions as a character-driven study of individual relational dynamics. It prioritizes personal romantic stability over the exploration of complex identity politics or systemic power structures. The film lacks the depth required to challenge established social hierarchies. It operates within a standard framework of interpersonal storytelling rather than using the medium for social critique. Because the narrative is so localized to a specific relationship, it misses opportunities to engage with broader cultural or racial themes.

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Category Breakdown

Does This Could Be You have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film centers on a romantic partnership, though it remains unclear if the narrative engages with non-straight identities. It offers moderate inclusion of romantic themes without explicitly critiquing the assumption that everyone is straight.

How does This Could Be You portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on a dyadic relationship between a male and female subject. It lacks evidence of deconstructing traditional gender hierarchies or masculine and feminine archetypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is This Could Be You?

Minimal

A definitive score cannot be assigned due to a lack of specific casting data or visual descriptions. The focus on a singular interpersonal dynamic precludes an assessment of diverse racial backgrounds.

How does This Could Be You represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative emphasizes personal connection and individual romantic success. It does not appear to engage in systemic commentary or critiques of Western institutions and traditional morality.

Does This Could Be You include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the presence of physical disabilities, neurodivergence, or chronic illness within the subjects of this documentary.

Present on Screen

  • Provides a positive portrayal of a male partner within a romantic context.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks intentional engagement with diverse identities or systemic social critiques.
  • Does not actively deconstruct traditional gender archetypes or hierarchies.
  • Fails to address broader racial, ethnic, or disability-related perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Rafa is the best boyfriend Ally's ever had.

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