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Machine

Name: Machine
Director: Abbas Alibhai Burmawalla, Mustan Alibhai Burmawalla
Released: 2017
Duration: 148 min

Representation Score

2.4/10

Limited

2017

Director

Abbas Alibhai Burmawalla, Mustan Alibhai Burmawalla

Runtime

148 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Machine operates as a typical commercial thriller that adheres to established Bollywood genre conventions. The narrative emphasizes high-octane action and romantic melodrama over social commentary or the deconstruction of societal hierarchies. The film heavily relies on traditional gender clichés. Although the female lead has economic power, her primary role is to be a victim who needs male intervention to resolve her conflicts. This reinforces conventional hierarchies of protection and authority. Ultimately, the film remains within a culturally homogeneous framework, focusing on personal betrayal and wealth rather than engaging with diverse identities or challenging the existing social order.

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Category Breakdown

Does Machine have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a traditional romantic thriller storyline focused on a heterosexual couple. There are no queer narratives or non-conforming gender identities in the plot.

How does Machine portray gender?

Fair

Sarah, the female lead, has financial independence but her character arc relies on the damsel-in-distress cliché. She is portrayed as needing rescue by a male commando to resolve the conflict.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Machine?

Limited

The cast is predominantly of a single cultural background typical of the Hindi-language market. The film does not engage with diverse casting or challenge ethnic norms.

How does Machine represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story centers on romantic melodrama and the preservation of family wealth. It relies on traditional state institutions, such as the Army, to enforce justice.

Does Machine include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities, nor are there any neurodivergent or physically disabled individuals featured in the narrative.

Present on Screen

The female protagonist, Sarah, has significant financial independence as a wealthy heiress.

Limited or Absent

The film relies on the 'damsel in distress' cliché, which requires a male hero to resolve the female lead's conflict.
The narrative lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-conforming gender expressions.
There is no engagement with disability representation or neurodivergent characters.
The casting and setting remain culturally homogeneous, missing opportunities for diverse representation.

Official Synopsis

Machine depicts the story of racing enthusiasts , who meet each other under mysterious circumstances. As their bond becomes stronger, they eventually fall in love. However, new things begin to unfold, which change their lives forever

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