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Disobedience

Name: Disobedience
Director: Sebastián Lelio
Released: 2018
Duration: 114 min

Representation Score

7.1/10

Good

2018

Director

Sebastián Lelio

Runtime

114 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Disobedience is a powerful examination of the tension between institutional dogma and individual autonomy. By focusing on the intersection of religious tradition and queer identity, the film challenges conventional expectations of domestic stability. The film excels by placing same-sex intimacy at the core of the narrative rather than relegating it to a subplot. It effectively challenges the dominance of patriarchal and religious institutions through a complex study of identity and ability to act. While the cast remains largely homogeneous within its specific cultural setting, the depth of cultural representation compensates for this narrow demographic focus.

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Category Breakdown

Does Disobedience have LGBTQ+ representation?

Excellent

The film focuses on the romantic and sexual freedom of its female characters. It critiques the societal pressure to conform to traditional gender roles by showing how it stifles authentic self-expression.

How does Disobedience portray gender?

Excellent

The story explores how women navigate a patriarchal system by defying submissive roles. It highlights the intellectual and emotional strength of female characters as they confront a society designed to limit their influence.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Disobedience?

Good

The film offers a nuanced portrayal of an Orthodox Jewish community, maintaining cultural authenticity in dress and social customs despite a largely homogeneous cast.

How does Disobedience represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The story questions religious fundamentalism as a source of systemic oppression. It emphasizes personal truth and individual liberation over the rigid doctrines of established institutions.

Does Disobedience include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no prominent depictions of physical or neurodivergent disabilities that serve as central plot points in the narrative.

Present on Screen

Placing queer identity and sexual freedom at the heart of the narrative.
Challenging traditional gender roles within a patriarchal religious context.
Offering a sophisticated and authentic depiction of Orthodox Jewish customs.

Limited or Absent

Increasing racial and ethnic diversity within the specific community depicted.

Official Synopsis

New York photographer Ronit flies to London after learning about the death of her estranged father. Ronit is returning to the same Orthodox Jewish community that shunned her decades earlier for her childhood attraction to Esti, a female friend. Their fortuitous and happy reunion soon reignites their burning passion as the two women explore the boundaries of faith and sexuality.

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