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That Man in Chang-An

Name: That Man in Chang-An
Director: Yan Jun, Choi Gyeong-ok
Released: 1967
Duration: 120 min

Representation Score

3.8/10

Limited

1967

Director

Yan Jun, Choi Gyeong-ok

Runtime

120 minutes

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That Man in Chang-An is a classic genre piece that relies heavily on established historical and social hierarchies. It succeeds in providing cultural specificity through its authentic East Asian setting and period-accurate focus. However, the film's narrative structure is constrained by the clichés of its time. Character dynamics rely on conventional romantic arcs and stereotypical gender roles that reinforce existing power structures rather than challenge them. Ultimately, while the film is a culturally rich adventure, it remains a traditional work that adheres to the norms of the 1960s.

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Category Breakdown

Does That Man in Chang-An have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film follows a typical heterosexual storyline between a princess and a masked hero. There are no representations of LGBTQ+ identities or critiques of heterosexuality.

How does That Man in Chang-An portray gender?

Fair

Female characters such as the Princess and Evil Queen play central roles. However, their influence is limited to traditional stereotypes that often link female power with evil.

How racially and ethnically diverse is That Man in Chang-An?

Good

The production offers high ethnic authenticity through its East Asian cast and Han Dynasty setting. It provides a significant representation of non-Western historical narratives.

How does That Man in Chang-An represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative emphasizes traditional imperial structures and concepts of monarchy. The focus remains on maintaining the stability and survival of the existing social order.

Does That Man in Chang-An include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

Provides high ethnic authenticity through its East Asian cast and historical setting.
Offers a significant representation of non-Western historical narratives within global cinema.
Features prominent female characters in central, plot-driving roles.

Limited or Absent

Relies on gendered clichés that associate female power with villainy.
Adheres to conventional heterosexual romantic structures.
Reinforces traditional imperial and monarchical hierarchies without challenge.

Official Synopsis

A romantic Han Dynasty adventure epic of a dying Emperor, an Evil Queen, a beautiful Princess, a dastardly royal nephew, and a masked hero, with plots and counterplots galore, complete with cliffhangers and last-second rescues.

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