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Bechdel Test - The Representation Test

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THE REPRESENTATION TEST THE REPRESENTATION PROJECT A media literacy tool meant to spark learning and conversation around representation in film, and to encourage more overall diversity on screen and behind-the-scenes in Hollywood. Women LGBT People s the protagonist a woman: (2 points) Is the protagonist a woman of color? Does the film include one or more women of color, in speaking roles, who are NOT reducetd Is the protagonist lesbian, gay, bisexual or a transgender person? (2 points) Does the film include one or more LGBT characters who are NOT reduced to stereotypes? People with Disabilities to racial stereotypes? Does the film represent women as more than "objects for the male gaze"? Is the protagonist a person with disabilities? (2 points) Does the film include women in speaking roles with diverse body types? Does the film include one or more characters with disabilities whose story lines are NOT limited to their disability? □ Is the protagonist a woman over the age of 45? Does the film pass the Bechdel Test? (Feature two or more named characters who are women, who talk to each other about something other than a man?) Bonus Points Is the film written or directed by Men Does the film avoid glorifying violent men? Does the film avoid perpetuating an extreme and unhealthy body ideal for men? Does the film include one or more men of color, in speaking roles, who are NOT reduced to A woman A person of color A lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender person A person with disabilities □□ racial stereotypes? Does the film include men in non-stereotypical roles? (ie, caregiver, competent involved parent, etc.) A-11+ points Everything is worth 1 point, unless otherwise noted. Race, Ethnicity & Culture There are a total of 27 possible points. C = 4 to 6 points D 1 to 3 points F 0 points NOTE: An "A" does not guarantee that a film addresses every structural issue of inequality, but simply that it represents a diverse array of people and experiences. Does the film avoid celebrating offensive racial, ethnic, and cultural stereotypes? Film: Grade: This is a living document that will be updated regularly! Please email suggestions to: info@therepresentationproject.org

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Celestia Ludenburg

Celestia Ludenburg

Mar 18, 2014 at 10:00PM EDT

The Political Correctness test!

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Crimson Avenger

Crimson Avenger

Mar 19, 2014 at 02:19AM EDT

The how to ruin film test!

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