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The Great Land of Small

The Great Land of Small

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

1987

G

Director

Vojtěch Jasný

Runtime

93 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Great Land of Small operates as a traditional portal fantasy, focusing on genre-specific escapism rather than addressing social issues. Its narrative structure relies on classic clichés of good versus evil, limiting its ability to explore diverse identities. The film reflects the demographic and social norms of its 1987 setting, lacking the modern narrative framework needed to address diverse identities or systemic hierarchies. Overall, the production focuses on a localized Québec setting and conventional family dynamics, resulting in a narrow scope of representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Great Land of Small have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any characters with LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships. It follows traditional family fantasy conventions from the 1980s that assume everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does The Great Land of Small portray gender?

Fair

The story centers around two child protagonists, allowing for potential active roles. However, it largely adheres to traditional gender roles typical of late-80s cinema.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Great Land of Small?

Limited

Set in the Québec countryside, the film suggests a localized, possibly homogeneous population. There is no indication of a diverse or non-Anglo-Saxon cast.

How does The Great Land of Small represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film follows traditional Western storytelling and moral clarity. It emphasizes traditional family bonds through the theme of visiting grandparents without offering cultural critiques.

Does The Great Land of Small include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities in this fantasy world.

Present on Screen

  • Offers classic genre-specific escapism through a traditional portal fantasy structure.
  • Features a child-centric protagonist model that allows for youthful influence.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not represent LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight relationships.
  • Shows limited racial and ethnic diversity within its localized setting.
  • Does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Official Synopsis

While visiting their grandparents in the Québec countryside, two children enter a fantasy kingdom and are confronted by evil forces.

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