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Sinbad and the Calif of Bagdad

Name: Sinbad and the Calif of Bagdad
Director: Pietro Francisci
Released: 1973
Duration: 101 min

Representation Score

2.3/10

Limited

1973

Director

Pietro Francisci

Runtime

101 minutes

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Sinbad and the Calif of Bagdad is a traditional adventure story that adheres to established genre conventions. It lacks the complexity needed to challenge social hierarchies or provide nuanced, characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. The film relies on conventional storytelling, focusing on escapism and classical heroism. While the setting is non-Western, the narrative remains tied to traditional moral frameworks and straight-centered romance. Overall, the film fails to prioritize progressive themes or diverse character development, instead emphasizing escapism typical of the 'peplum' genre.

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Category Breakdown

Does Sinbad and the Calif of Bagdad have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film doesn't include any LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships. It centers on a traditional heterosexual romance between Sinbad and Sherazade.

How does Sinbad and the Calif of Bagdad portray gender?

Limited

Sherazade is portrayed mainly as a figure to be rescued or as a political prize. She plays a minor role in driving the story.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Sinbad and the Calif of Bagdad?

Fair

Set in a Middle Eastern mythological world, the film uses an orientalist backdrop. Characters of color have limited roles and depth.

How does Sinbad and the Calif of Bagdad represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story follows a traditional fairytale format based on folklore. It emphasizes classic heroism without challenging institutions or promoting modern deconstruction of power structures.

Does Sinbad and the Calif of Bagdad include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the film. The narrative does not address neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film sets itself in a non-Western, Middle Eastern mythological world inspired by classic folklore.

Limited or Absent

The female lead has little influence over the plot, serving mainly as a prize in a political arrangement.
The story follows traditional straight-centered romantic clichés without exploring diverse identities.
The narrative relies on orientalist clichés rather than offering deeper, multi-layered cultural representation.

Official Synopsis

The sailor Sinbad is dragged by two cheaters on board a ship on which the beautiful Sherazade travels, promised to the Caliph of Baghdad. Adventurous fairytale inspired by the "A Thousand and One Nights".

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