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Making The Worst Person in the World

Making The Worst Person in the World

Representation Score

7.5/10

Good

2022

Runtime

50 minutes

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This documentary provides a detailed look at the creative process behind Joachim Trier’s work. It stands out for its progressive handling of gender, particularly in highlighting a woman’s independence and career flexibility. The film challenges traditional gender roles and expectations. However, it remains limited in its demographic scope, focusing primarily on a white, Scandinavian context. It lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities and disability perspectives, which limits its broader inclusivity. Overall, the film successfully subverts traditional gender norms but falls short in representing diverse backgrounds and experiences.

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Category Breakdown

Does Making The Worst Person in the World have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film focuses on emotional and romantic dynamics but does not explicitly address non-binary or queer identities.

How does Making The Worst Person in the World portray gender?

Excellent

The movie emphasizes a strong female lead who resists traditional domesticity and conventional life paths.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Making The Worst Person in the World?

Limited

The documentary features a predominantly white, Norwegian team reflecting the cultural context of Oslo.

How does Making The Worst Person in the World represent religion and culture?

Good

The creators explore postmodern themes and prioritize individual autonomy over societal norms.

Does Making The Worst Person in the World include disability representation?

Fair

The film does not significantly address visible or invisible disabilities, focusing instead on an able-bodied perspective.

Present on Screen

  • Emphasis on women's ability to drive the story and subversion of traditional gender roles.
  • Exploration of modern autonomy and rejection of societal milestones.
  • Engagement with postmodern themes and existential questions.

Limited or Absent

  • Need for more representation of non-binary and queer identities.
  • Limited racial and ethnic diversity among the featured individuals.
  • Lack of focus on visible or invisible disabilities.

Official Synopsis

In this new program, director Joachim Trier, actors Renate Reinsve, Anders Danielsen Lie, and Herbert Nordrum, screenwriter Eskil Vogt, and sound designer Gisle Tveito discuss their passion for cinema and the conception and production of The Worst Person in the World. The interviews were shot in New York and Oslo in 2022. In English, not subtitled. (51 min). Part of the Criterion Collection home video release for THE WORST PERSON IN THE WORLD.

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