Zhukovsky
1950
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Taming of the Fire
Representation Score
1.2/10
Minimal
1972
Director
Daniil Khrabrovitsky
Runtime
166 minutes
Average Rating
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Taming of the Fire is a traditional historical epic that focuses on the biography of Sergei P. Korolev and the technological evolution of the Soviet space program. The narrative structure reinforces existing social hierarchies without challenging them. It highlights the triumph of the Soviet system and its scientific mastery from the 1920s through 1961. The film remains a product of its time, emphasizing monumental historical figures and collective patriotism.
Category Breakdown
Does Taming of the Fire have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives, sticking closely to the cultural norms of 1972 Soviet society.
How does Taming of the Fire portray gender?
The story centers on male-dominated technical and political roles, emphasizing masculine leadership and scientific achievements during the Cold War space race.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Taming of the Fire?
The cast is predominantly made up of a homogeneous Slavic/Soviet group, limiting the ethnic diversity in the film.
How does Taming of the Fire represent religion and culture?
The film highlights state-driven scientific progress and national achievement, operating within a framework of state-centric collectivism and patriotism.
Does Taming of the Fire include disability representation?
There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities, nor are there any figures with disabilities portrayed as central to the story.
Present on Screen
- It provides a detailed historical account of the Soviet missile industry and space program development.
Limited or Absent
- The film lacks ethnic diversity, focusing almost exclusively on a homogeneous Slavic cast.
- It reinforces traditional gender hierarchies by centering on male-dominated technical and political spheres.
- There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or characters with disabilities.
Official Synopsis
About Russian space program and missile industry, and it's founder Sergei P. Korolev, from the 1920s to the first man in space in 1961.
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