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Elemento

Name: Elemento
Director: Mark Meily
Released: 2016
Duration: 68 min

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

2016

PG-13

Director

Mark Meily

Runtime

68 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

Elemento is a mix of drama and horror that focuses on personal conflicts rather than broader societal issues. The story revolves around a mother and son facing supernatural dangers, keeping the focus on individual struggles rather than larger social problems. Although the film offers a regional perspective through its Philippine setting, it leans heavily on traditional family themes. The emphasis on maternal instincts and folklore provides a non-Western viewpoint but does not challenge established hierarchies. Overall, Elemento serves as a character-driven supernatural thriller. It does not provide the layered complexity or social critique needed to go beyond basic regional representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Elemento have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a maternal relationship and supernatural elements. It does not include non-traditional gender identities or stories that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Elemento portray gender?

Fair

A female character leads the story through a dangerous survival mission. She has a strong role, but the story stays within traditional ideas of a mother's responsibilities.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Elemento?

Fair

This Philippine film features a cast that is not from Western countries. However, there is no evidence of complex representation that blends different aspects of identity.

How does Elemento represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story uses local folklore and non-Western spiritual beliefs. It does not directly address or challenge Western cultural or institutional norms.

Does Elemento include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The film also does not represent individuals with neurodivergent conditions.

Present on Screen

Features a strong female lead who drives the story forward.
Offers regional representation through its Philippine setting.
Uses non-Western spiritual beliefs and folklore.

Limited or Absent

Does not include LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender narratives.
Does not feature characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Relies on traditional maternal roles without challenging gender norms.

Official Synopsis

A young boy comes back from a field trip in the woods with something inside him. His mother must resort to supernatural means to save her son and herself.

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