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Arthur & Merlin: Knights of Camelot

Name: Arthur & Merlin: Knights of Camelot
Director: Giles Alderson
Released: 2020
Duration: 91 min

Representation Score

3.0/10

Limited

2020

Director

Giles Alderson

Runtime

91 minutes

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Arthur & Merlin: Knights of Camelot operates within a traditional heroic cycle. The plot focuses on reclaiming power and restoring a monarchical lineage, reinforcing established hierarchies of hereditary right. The film relies heavily on conventional storytelling clichés, avoiding disruption of systemic hierarchies by centering the conflict on the restoration of order and the legitimacy of the crown. Overall, the production adheres to established genre frameworks, prioritizing the preservation of traditional Western power structures over narratives that reflect multiple aspects of identity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Arthur & Merlin: Knights of Camelot have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film focuses on traditional family structures and does not depict non-straight or non-cisgender identities or narratives that challenge the idea that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Arthur & Merlin: Knights of Camelot portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on masculine roles such as the King, the Wizard, and the Knights. It lacks evidence of women playing key roles or challenging gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Arthur & Merlin: Knights of Camelot?

Limited

The narrative follows a conventional approach to the Arthurian mythos. There are no indications of casting actors from different racial backgrounds or diverse representations of ethnic identity.

How does Arthur & Merlin: Knights of Camelot represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot prioritizes the restoration of Western institutions like monarchy and feudalism. It emphasizes the legitimacy of the throne and traditional views of authority.

Does Arthur & Merlin: Knights of Camelot include disability representation?

Minimal

No information is available regarding the inclusion of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film provides a clear, classic adventure narrative centered on the well-known Arthurian legend.

Limited or Absent

The story lacks diverse representation, focusing almost exclusively on masculine archetypes and traditional power structures.
The narrative fails to include non-straight or non-cisgender identities or diverse racial perspectives.
There is no evidence of female characters occupying roles of intellectual or narrative importance.

Official Synopsis

King Arthur returns home after fighting the Roman Empire. His illegitimate son has corrupted the throne of Camelot and King Arthur must reunite with the wizard Merlin and the Knights of the Round Table to fight to get back his crown.

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