You are here:

Chariots of the Gods

Chariots of the Gods

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

1970

G

Director

Harald Reinl

Runtime

92 minutes

Average Rating

No ratings yet

New Showbiz Analysis

Chariots of the Gods is a traditional speculative documentary from the early 1970s. It adheres to the standard adventure-science clichés of the time, focusing on a Western-centric investigative perspective. While the film questions religious explanations for ancient monuments, it remains within the realm of speculative science rather than social or political critique.

Watch this, not that →

Category Breakdown

Does Chariots of the Gods have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters or narratives related to LGBTQ+ identities. It focuses solely on scientific inquiry and historical exploration without engaging with queer identities.

How does Chariots of the Gods portray gender?

Limited

The film is dominated by male intellectuals and explorers, lacking female leadership or intellectual parity. It follows a traditional 1970s expeditionary structure.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Chariots of the Gods?

Limited

The film visits global sites such as Egypt and Mexico but views them through a Eurocentric lens. It prioritizes Western explorers over the ability to act of indigenous populations.

How does Chariots of the Gods represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film challenges traditional religious frameworks by suggesting extraterrestrial influence over divine intervention. However, it avoids systemic social critique or anti-Western political ideologies.

Does Chariots of the Gods include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any characters with physical or invisible disabilities. It does not address neurodivergence or physical impairments within its narrative.

Present on Screen

  • Proposes extraterrestrial influence over religious explanations for ancient monuments.
  • Offers a visual journey through diverse global landscapes, including Egypt, Mexico, and Easter Island.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks female leaders or intellectuals in prominent roles.
  • Maintains a Eurocentric perspective that overlooks the ability to act of indigenous populations.
  • Does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives addressing non-straight-centered identities.
  • Provides no depiction of characters with physical or invisible disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Documentary based on the book by Erich von Däniken concerning the ancient mysteries of the world, such as the pyramids of Egypt and Mexico, ancient cave drawings, the monuments of Easter Island, etc., and the fact that these things and modern civilisation could have been influenced by extraterrestrial visitations hundreds (or perhaps thousands) of years ago.

How are these scores produced? →

Where to Watch

Rate this Movie

No rating selected
Use arrow keys to select a rating from 1 to 5 stars
Optional text review, maximum 2000 characters
Tip: Wrap spoilers with ||double pipes|| to hide them
0/2000 characters
You must be signed in to submit a rating

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts on this movie!

Use the rating form above to leave a star rating and optional review.