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Sandbag Dam

Sandbag Dam

Representation Score

6.0/10

Fair

2025

Director

Čejen Černić Čanak

Runtime

88 minutes

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The film employs a narrative structure that emphasizes traditional gender roles and straight-centered relationships, which can be limiting in terms of the range of experiences and identities represented. While the movie includes a variety of characters from different backgrounds, there is a notable absence of characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity, where multiple aspects of identity intersect and influence the storyline. Additionally, the film's handling of LGBTQ+ characters is commendable, but it still falls short in fully challenging conventional expectations.

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Category Breakdown

Does Sandbag Dam have LGBTQ+ representation?

Excellent

The film includes several LGBTQ+ characters who play significant roles in the story. These characters are portrayed with depth and complexity, reflecting various aspects of their identities.

How does Sandbag Dam portray gender?

Good

The movie features a diverse cast of characters, including both male and female leads. However, the film maintains a focus on traditional gender roles, which may limit the range of experiences shown.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Sandbag Dam?

Fair

The film showcases a racially diverse cast, representing various ethnicities and backgrounds. However, the representation leans towards showcasing characters from predominantly white backgrounds, with less emphasis on characters from other racial groups.

How does Sandbag Dam represent religion and culture?

Good

The movie incorporates characters from various religious and cultural backgrounds, providing a rich tapestry of beliefs and practices. However, the depth of these representations varies, with some characters receiving more development than others.

Does Sandbag Dam include disability representation?

Minimal

Characters with disabilities are included in the film, but their roles are limited to supporting characters. Their stories are not the main focus, and their conditions are used to highlight certain themes rather than being central to the plot.

Present on Screen

  • The film includes a diverse cast of characters.
  • LGBTQ+ characters are portrayed with depth and complexity.
  • Religious and cultural diversity is acknowledged.
  • Disabilities are represented, though minimally.

Limited or Absent

  • Expand the range of gender roles and identities.
  • Increase representation of underrepresented racial groups.
  • Deepen the portrayal of religious and cultural backgrounds.
  • Give more prominence to characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A story about a forbidden love set in a village threatened by swollen rivers. Upon his return home for his father’s funeral, Slaven revives his relationship with his childhood friend, a young sportsman named Marko, his teenage love, and the reason his father kicked him out of the house. Now tempted to reunite, they need to make peace with their own decisions and struggle against the family restraints.

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