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The Author, The Star and The Keeper
Representation Score
1.1/10
Minimal
2020
Director
Steven F. Zambo
Runtime
108 minutes
Average Rating
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The film adheres to a traditionalist framework, emphasizing classical themes of spiritual reconciliation. Its narrative structure upholds established social hierarchies rather than challenging them. By focusing on a male-dominated triad and patriarchal family structures, the story adheres to conventional Western moral frameworks, prioritizing familial stability and religious redemption over broader social or systemic diversity.
Category Breakdown
Does The Author, The Star and The Keeper have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film centers on a prodigal son returning home and his father's acceptance. It does not explore non-traditional gender identities or challenge the assumption that everyone is straight.
How does The Author, The Star and The Keeper portray gender?
The story revolves around a trio of male characters and emphasizes traditional patriarchal roles and the bond between a father and son.
How racially and ethnically diverse is The Author, The Star and The Keeper?
The casting follows a typical pattern with no indication of a predominantly non-white cast or diverse ethnic backgrounds.
How does The Author, The Star and The Keeper represent religion and culture?
The themes emphasize a singular religious morality and traditional family values, aligning with Western ideals of redemption and paternal authority.
Does The Author, The Star and The Keeper include disability representation?
The film does not feature neurodivergence or physical disabilities as central plot drivers or in character development.
Present on Screen
- The film offers a clear, focused allegorical structure centered on spiritual redemption.
Limited or Absent
- The narrative lacks representation of non-traditional gender identities or diverse gender roles.
- The story relies on a male-dominated triad, reinforcing traditional patriarchal hierarchies.
- There is a lack of racial and ethnic diversity within the ensemble and casting.
- The film promotes a singular cultural and religious perspective rather than a pluralistic one.
Official Synopsis
From times beginning, The Author (Bruce Marchiano) has written a prodigal son story for an estranged son, The Star (Simon Provan), who returns to his childhood town to rekindle his relationship with father, The Keeper (David Ruprecht).
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