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The One in Charge

Name: The One in Charge
Director: Sergio Barrejón
Released: 2008
Duration: 9 min

Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

2008

Director

Sergio Barrejón

Runtime

9 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film is a localized drama focusing on the dynamics of authority among young students. It emphasizes the conflict between a student leader and a bully within a classroom setting. Since the narrative concentrates on a small social hierarchy, it lacks elements that reflect multiple aspects of identity. Instead, it adheres to conventional storytelling methods without delving into broader social issues or diverse identities. Overall, the film maintains a traditional approach, avoiding engagement with systemic or identity-based themes, thus limiting its scope of representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does The One in Charge have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-binary or transgender identities, nor does it show any same-sex relationships. The story centers on typical school conflicts.

How does The One in Charge portray gender?

Fair

The story presents a balanced view of gender without emphasizing specific identities. It focuses on normal childhood interactions rather than challenging traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The One in Charge?

Minimal

There is no information about the ethnic makeup of the classroom. The film does not provide details to assess racial diversity among the characters.

How does The One in Charge represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot examines themes of authority and social order through a child’s perspective on following strict rules. It does not highlight specific cultural or moral critiques.

Does The One in Charge include disability representation?

Minimal

None of the characters have disabilities such as neurodevelopmental, physical, or mental health conditions. The film does not use disability as a key theme.

Present on Screen

The film provides a focused look at the complexities of authority among young students.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks representation that reflects multiple aspects of identity.
The film does not address broader systemic or identity-based themes.

Official Synopsis

Martin, a child of nine years, is the one in charge in a class during the teacher’s absence. He has to write down at the blackboard the name of the students who talk. It seems an easy task ... until the bully of the class starts to speak.

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