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Şeytan-ı Racim

Name: Şeytan-ı Racim
Director: Arkin Aktaç
Released: 2013

Representation Score

1.7/10

Minimal

2013

Director

Arkin Aktaç

Runtime

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Şeytan-ı Racim is a traditional horror film that adheres closely to regional genre conventions. The narrative focuses on male-driven conflict and spiritual obsession, offering little space for diverse perspectives. The film reinforces existing social hierarchies by centering its plot on traditional spiritual authority, functioning within a culturally homogeneous framework that prioritizes localized clichés over varied cultural representations. Ultimately, the work minimally disrupts conventional norms, focusing on a narrow, male-centric descent into the occult.

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Category Breakdown

Does Şeytan-ı Racim have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film centers on male friendships and occult themes, with no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight characters.

How does Şeytan-ı Racim portray gender?

Limited

The story is driven by male characters, with women playing supporting roles and having limited influence on the plot.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Şeytan-ı Racim?

Fair

The film is set in Istanbul and Izmit, depicting a culturally homogeneous Turkish environment without blending diverse racial identities.

How does Şeytan-ı Racim represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative revolves around traditional spiritual beliefs and the 'science of magic,' using established spiritual hierarchies without challenging them.

Does Şeytan-ı Racim include disability representation?

Minimal

The protagonist's psychological struggles and nightmares serve as horror plot devices, with no nuanced portrayal of neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

Provides a localized and culturally specific atmosphere rooted in Turkish spiritual traditions.

Limited or Absent

Women play secondary, supportive roles with limited influence on the plot.
The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight characters.
It relies on traditional spiritual hierarchies without exploring diverse or subversive cultural perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Emrah and Salih are two young university students living in Istanbul. Everything seems normal in their daily lives, but Salih suddenly becomes fascinated with the "science of magic," also known as "havas." Salih's fascination with magic gradually turns into an obsession. He takes things to the next level and wants to control the spirits in the spirit world. Emrah has no idea what is going on, but since they share the same house, his peace of mind is gone, and he finds himself caught up in a cycle he cannot escape. When Salih loses control of everything, Emrah, who begins to see nightmares and no longer has a normal life, finds solace in returning to his family in Izmit. While hoping to find some peace here, those who have been pursuing him do not leave him alone. When his family realizes they cannot help Emrah, they turn to Bakırcı Mehmet Efendi, who has dealt with such matters before.

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