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Román

Name: Román
Director: Eduardo Meneghelli
Released: 2018

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2018

Director

Eduardo Meneghelli

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Román is primarily a genre film that adheres to the established clichés of action and crime cinema. Its representation is shaped by its regional Argentine context, reflecting a standard demographic profile without significant efforts to challenge social norms. The narrative does not show a clear intention to deconstruct social hierarchies. While it includes a diverse regional cast, it stays within conventional power structures typical of its genre. Overall, the film provides a moderate level of inclusion that aligns with mainstream cinematic norms but does not actively challenge these norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does Román have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not explicitly include LGBTQ+ characters or those with non-traditional gender identities. It operates within the standard conventions of the crime genre, which tend to focus on heterosexual relationships.

How does Román portray gender?

Fair

Female actors like Aylin Prandi are present, but the film’s emphasis on action and crime suggests a reliance on traditional gender roles. It is unclear whether the narrative challenges these gender stereotypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Román?

Fair

Reflecting Argentina’s regional demographics, the cast includes a mix of ethnicities. However, the film does not disrupt global cinematic norms but instead adheres to local cultural contexts.

How does Román represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative follows typical clichés related to law and crime. There is no indication of an effort to question traditional institutions such as the state or family.

Does Román include disability representation?

Minimal

Characters with disabilities are not represented in the film. There are no visible or hidden disabilities used as plot devices.

Present on Screen

The film accurately reflects the regional demographic profile of Argentina through its cast.
It consistently adheres to established genre conventions within the crime and action categories.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender narratives.
There is no meaningful portrayal or ability to act given to characters with disabilities.
The narrative does not actively seek to challenge traditional gender hierarchies or masculine archetypes.

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