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Dance with Devils: Fortuna

Name: Dance with Devils: Fortuna
Director: Ai Yoshimura
Released: 2017
Duration: 61 min

Representation Score

2.3/10

Limited

2017

Director

Ai Yoshimura

Runtime

61 minutes

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Dance with Devils: Fortuna operates strictly within the established conventions of the fantasy-romance genre. The narrative architecture prioritizes supernatural aesthetics and traditional romantic clichés over challenging social hierarchies. While the plot centers on a female protagonist, her role often mirrors the 'damsel' archetype, with her influence frequently linked to the conflicting interests of male characters. The world-building focuses on supernatural lineages rather than ethnic or cultural diversity. Ultimately, the production functions as a traditional genre piece. It adheres to conventional expectations of gender and identity without attempting to challenge the status quo or introduce diverse perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Dance with Devils: Fortuna have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story focuses on heterosexual romantic tension between Ritsuka and Rem. It lacks exploration of queer romantic dynamics or non-straight identities.

How does Dance with Devils: Fortuna portray gender?

Fair

Ritsuka drives the emotional stakes, but her role often revolves around male interests. Her influence is frequently tied to the protective male archetypes used to navigate crises.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Dance with Devils: Fortuna?

Limited

The cast follows a homogeneous character design typical of the medium. There is no evidence of diverse ethnic backgrounds or cultural diversity within the narrative.

How does Dance with Devils: Fortuna represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film uses devils and exorcists as standard genre clichés. It does not offer a critique of organized religion or systemic societal structures.

Does Dance with Devils: Fortuna include disability representation?

Minimal

The narrative provides no evidence regarding the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film successfully utilizes high-concept supernatural aesthetics to drive its fantasy-romance premise.

Limited or Absent

The narrative relies on conventional gendered clichés, such as the protective male archetype and the female protagonist as a plot catalyst.
The character designs and setting lack racial and ethnic diversity, following a homogeneous pattern.
The story lacks exploration of LGBTQ+ identities, focusing instead on heterosexual romantic tension.

Official Synopsis

Ritsuka Tachibana. She lives a calm and unchanging life. Ritsuka's older brother Lindo returns from studying abroad in the United Kingdom. Shikou Academy student council president Rem Kaginuki calls on the girl, and she begins having mysterious encounters with the student council members. Her life changed a little from that day, but Ritsuka expected nothing more. However, she comes home to find her mother collapsed with suspicious hooded men nearby. They were not human but devils, vampires, and exorcists seeking the Forbidden Grimoire. Ritsuka's former daily life crumbles around her, and she finds herself slowly becoming attracted to Rem, who helps her in her predicament. On the other hand, confusion deepens with regard to her brother who carries a secret. Ritsuka is unsure what path to choose as she finds herself at the center of a love story. (Source: ANN)

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