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Volt

Name: Volt
Director: Tarek Ehlail
Released: 2016
Duration: 80 min

Representation Score

6.2/10

Good

2016

Director

Tarek Ehlail

Runtime

80 minutes

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Volt is a speculative thriller that examines geopolitical tensions through a near-future lens. It moves away from conventional police procedurals to explore moral relativism and systemic instability. The film stands out for its strong critique of institutional power and state-centric ideals. It effectively uses diverse perspectives through the refugee narrative and challenges traditional male clichés in law enforcement storytelling. However, the film lacks specific representation of LGBTQ+ identities and visible disability among the characters. Additionally, there is limited information about religious diversity within the displaced populations.

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Category Breakdown

Does Volt have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or dynamics related to non-cisgender identities.

How does Volt portray gender?

Fair

The story challenges traditional masculine roles by showing a vulnerable police officer. The female lead plays a significant role in the narrative through her interactions with the protagonist.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Volt?

Good

The plot focuses on the tension between state enforcement and displaced populations, highlighting the perspectives of diverse ethnic groups through the central role of refugees.

How does Volt represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The narrative critiques Western institutions and state authority, offering a complex look at systemic violence and nationalistic structures.

Does Volt include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no depiction of physical or neurodivergent disabilities within the narrative.

Present on Screen

Strong critique of institutional power and state-centric ideals.
Effective use of diverse perspectives through the refugee narrative.
Challenges traditional male clichés in law enforcement storytelling.

Limited or Absent

Lack of explicit LGBTQ+ representation or dynamics.
Absence of visible disability representation.
Limited information regarding religious diversity.

Official Synopsis

Germany in the not-too-distant future: The borders are closed, refugees are collected in camps and turned away or accepted. The mood is charged, a police detachment is responsible for keeping the crowd in check. Volt is one of the cops. He accidentally kills a French refugee. The violence spirals out of control. Volt starts up a relationship with the sister of the man he killed and winds up between the fronts.

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