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Magus

Name: Magus
Director: John Lechago
Released: 2008
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

2008

Director

John Lechago

Runtime

90 minutes

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Magus heavily relies on traditional fantasy clichés, focusing mainly on a male-dominated power struggle. The narrative structure centers on the conflict between a healer and a corrupt sorcerer, leaving little space for diverse perspectives. The film lacks any representation of multiple aspects of identity or cultural subversion. Without specific details on race, gender, or identity, the story remains a conventional genre piece. Ultimately, the work functions as a standard thriller that emphasizes individual choice and archetypal conflict over inclusive storytelling.

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Category Breakdown

Does Magus have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not show any same-sex relationships or characters with non-binary genders. It also doesn't challenge the idea that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Magus portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on a male-dominated power struggle. It doesn't include any female characters or challenge traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Magus?

Minimal

The narrative doesn't mention any racial or ethnic diversity. It follows typical high-fantasy conventions with a mostly uniform cast.

How does Magus represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot explores moral ambiguity and the corruption of a code followed by wizards. It highlights individuals' ability to make independent choices against societal norms.

Does Magus include disability representation?

Minimal

Felix is described as a 'broken down healer,' which seems to be a clichéd portrayal of a healer's decline. There is no meaningful representation of physical or cognitive disabilities.

Present on Screen

The protagonist's journey transforms nurturing energy into a destructive force, challenging the traditional healer role.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks racial and ethnic diversity, offering no information on the cast's backgrounds.
There are no female characters or diverse gender expressions in the story.
The narrative does not include LGBTQ+ themes or non-cisgender identities.
The description of the protagonist does not provide meaningful representation of physical or cognitive disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Since the dawn of time magic users have availed their Mysterious Power to ward off evil and heal the body. Throughout history wizards, sorcerers and magicians have practiced in secrecy, keeping their powers hidden, guided by the Wizard's Code. But there are some who desire mastery over others and attain the highest level of magic to gain it. Even just one Wizard, obsessed with his own power, can threaten their secret world. This one is called the MAGUS. When Felix, a broken down healer learns that the Magus has abandoned the Wizards Code and is using his power for evil, he is forced to come out of reclusion and find a way to turn his healing energy into a killing force.

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