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I Still Being

Name: I Still Being
Director: Javier Corcuera
Released: 2014
Duration: 120 min

Representation Score

6.4/10

Good

2014

Director

Javier Corcuera

Runtime

120 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Javier Corcuera’s documentary presents a decentralized collection of personal histories rather than a unified national story. Using music as a vehicle, the film challenges Eurocentric hegemony and delves into the complexities of Peruvian identity through the lived experiences of its subjects. By centering Black and Indigenous musicians, the film shifts the narrative from state authority to underrepresented individuals, allowing for a nuanced, multi-vocal exploration of identity. While the film excels in ethnic and cultural representation, it remains neutral or silent on LGBTQ+ themes and disability, focusing primarily on the intersection of music and heritage.

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Category Breakdown

Does I Still Being have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include any explicit mention of LGBTQ+ characters or themes. It focuses on musical exploration without addressing specific identity-based narratives.

How does I Still Being portray gender?

Fair

The documentary highlights diverse gendered voices through its character-driven approach. However, it does not delve into specific subversions of patriarchal hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is I Still Being?

Excellent

This film's core strength lies in actively centering Black and Native Peruvian identities. It elevates these historically underrepresented groups to the forefront of the cinematic experience.

How does I Still Being represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The film promotes cultural pluralism by showcasing a variety of personal narratives. It challenges singular national identities by highlighting indigenous and Afro-Peruvian traditions.

Does I Still Being include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not address disability as a central theme or visible component of the character studies presented.

Present on Screen

Centers Black and Native Peruvian identities as key to the national narrative.
Promotes cultural pluralism by highlighting non-Western traditions.
Uses a decentralized narrative structure to explore diverse personal histories.

Limited or Absent

Lacks explicit representation or focus on LGBTQ+ characters and themes.
Does not provide specific details regarding the subversion of gender hierarchies.
Does not engage with disability representation or themes.

Official Synopsis

A trip through the diversity of black and native Peruvian music. Character-driven film, one where the characters are integral to the nation itself. This movie delves into music and musicians, yet it's not strictly a musical; rather, it's a tapestry of seemingly disparate personal narratives woven together in a country also striving to define itself and sketch its identity

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