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Un petit jeu sans conséquence

Name: Un petit jeu sans conséquence
Director: Ladislas Chollat
Released: 2015

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

2015

Director

Ladislas Chollat

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New Showbiz Analysis

Un petit jeu sans conséquence operates within the familiar boundaries of traditional French social comedy. The plot relies on the established dynamics of a long-term heterosexual couple, prioritizing character-driven dialogue over narrative subversion. The film adheres to conventional comedic formulas, focusing on the preservation of social institutions rather than challenging them. This results in a demographic profile that feels largely homogeneous and traditional. Ultimately, the work lacks the intentionality needed to disrupt standard demographic or hierarchical norms, functioning instead as a standard exploration of partnership and social circles.

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Category Breakdown

Does Un petit jeu sans conséquence have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story focuses on a long-term heterosexual couple and their social circle. There are no non-binary gender identities or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Un petit jeu sans conséquence portray gender?

Fair

The narrative explores the stability of a traditional partnership through a comedic game. It does not challenge traditional gender hierarchies or power dynamics.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Un petit jeu sans conséquence?

Limited

The setting depicts a gathering in the French countryside with a homogeneous social demographic. There is no evidence of diverse racial or ethnic representation.

How does Un petit jeu sans conséquence represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film functions as a conventional social comedy focused on maintaining traditional social bonds. It lacks broader cultural or secular critiques.

Does Un petit jeu sans conséquence include disability representation?

Minimal

The provided context contains no information regarding characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film offers a focused, character-driven exploration of long-term relationship dynamics through a unique comedic premise.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities and diverse racial or ethnic backgrounds.
The story follows traditional assumptions about gender and social norms without challenging them.

Official Synopsis

Claire and Bruno have been an established couple, an "institution" for twelve years. During a day in the countryside gathering all their loved ones, they will, by play, pretend that they separate. Resumed in 2015 with Bruno Solo, Isabelle Gélinas, Bruno Salomone, Constance Dollé and Lionel Abelanski who takes over the role of Patrick already held in 2004 in the film. Live broadcast on April 27, 2015 live from the Paris theater on France 2.

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