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The Apple of My Eye

Name: The Apple of My Eye
Director: Axelle Ropert
Released: 2016
Duration: 84 min

Representation Score

4.7/10

Fair

2016

Director

Axelle Ropert

Runtime

84 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film is a character-driven drama that emphasizes emotional intimacy and the human experience. It succeeds in offering a respectful portrayal of disability, presenting Élise's blindness as a natural part of her identity rather than a plot device. However, the film sticks to traditional heterosexual and demographic norms, resulting in limited diversity. Ultimately, it offers a meaningful exploration of sensory disability and familial resilience, though it lacks progressive social critiques.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Apple of My Eye have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a typical romance between a boy and a girl, without featuring any queer storylines or diverse gender identities.

How does The Apple of My Eye portray gender?

Fair

The story highlights the strength of a mother figure and explores emotional vulnerability in both genders, though it doesn't completely overturn traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Apple of My Eye?

Limited

The film features mostly white actors, reflecting the demographics of a rural French coastal town. It maintains a homogeneous social environment fitting its realistic style.

How does The Apple of My Eye represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative emphasizes family bonds and community unity, focusing on the importance of family and healing from loss without critiquing broader societal issues.

Does The Apple of My Eye include disability representation?

Good

Élise, a blind character, is portrayed naturally, with her impairment integrated into the story. The film avoids clichés by highlighting her ability to act and her relationship with music.

Present on Screen

Presents a respectful and naturalistic portrayal of blindness through Élise's ability to act.
Offers a nuanced depiction of maternal strength and the complexities of single parenthood.
Examines emotional vulnerability in both male and female characters within a realistic framework.

Limited or Absent

Does not include representation of LGBTQ+ identities or diverse gender arcs.
Maintains a homogeneous racial demographic without ethnic diversity.
Adheres to traditional heterosexual and social structures.

Official Synopsis

A boy, a girl. They live in the same building. They share a passion for music. But when they meet in the elevator, Théo doesn’t see that Élise is blind. It’s hate at first sight. Love takes its time. Will that early misunderstanding bring them together or drive them apart?

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