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Long Live Ghosts!

Name: Long Live Ghosts!
Director: Oldřich Lipský
Released: 1977
Duration: 85 min

Representation Score

2.4/10

Limited

1977

Director

Oldřich Lipský

Runtime

85 minutes

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Long Live Ghosts! is a traditional 1970s Czechoslovak comedy that focuses on a homogeneous demographic. The narrative centers around a group of boys, limiting gender diversity and reinforcing a male-dominated youth adventure theme. While the film lacks modern diversity markers, it offers a meaningful critique of institutional authority through its portrayal of children opposing city officials over historical ruins. Ultimately, the film presents a grassroots struggle against bureaucratic interests.

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Category Breakdown

Does Long Live Ghosts! have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It features a traditional cast of children.

How does Long Live Ghosts! portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a group of boys, emphasizing male perspectives. There is no clear indication of women's ability to drive the story in the main storyline.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Long Live Ghosts!?

Limited

The casting reflects the homogeneous population of 1970s Czechoslovakia. There is no sign of diverse racial or ethnic representation.

How does Long Live Ghosts! represent religion and culture?

Good

The plot challenges state authority by having children oppose city officials. It highlights the importance of local heritage over industrial development.

Does Long Live Ghosts! include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities featured prominently in the story.

Present on Screen

The narrative provides a critical look at institutional authority and state-driven urban planning.
The plot emphasizes the preservation of local heritage and historical ruins over industrial utility.

Limited or Absent

The story centers on a male-dominated group, lacking significant women's ability to drive the story or representation.
The demographic makeup is homogeneous, reflecting the limited racial and ethnic diversity of its time.

Official Synopsis

A trespassing gang of boys encounter a ghost in the ruins of a castle. When they rescue the ghost who is caught in a trapset, they become allies in a fight to prevent ruins from being turned into mushroom farm by the city authorities.

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