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Alma

Name: Alma
Director: Rodrigo Blaas
Released: 2009
Duration: 6 min

Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

2009

Not Rated

Director

Rodrigo Blaas

Runtime

6 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Alma excels in visual storytelling and creating an atmospheric horror experience. The film prioritizes psychological tension and the mystery of the toy shop over social commentary. Due to its non-verbal, highly stylized nature, it lacks the breadth to explore diverse identities or sociopolitical themes. Its focus remains on a traditional narrative structure without challenging familiar patterns or introducing progressive perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Alma have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. The story centers on the protagonist's interactions with her supernatural environment.

How does Alma portray gender?

Fair

Alma, the female protagonist, explores her surroundings with a significant role in driving the story. However, the film does not challenge traditional gender roles or hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Alma?

Limited

The setting presents a European aesthetic in a stylized version of Barcelona. The film does not aim to showcase a diverse cast or characters from various ethnic backgrounds.

How does Alma represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story functions as a traditional folk-horror tale focused on the uncanny. It does not engage with complex cultural, religious, or systemic social critiques.

Does Alma include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not portray any visible or invisible disabilities among the characters or entities.

Present on Screen

The film showcases a female protagonist who plays a significant role in driving the story.
The visual storytelling effectively creates a compelling, atmospheric horror experience.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks intentionality regarding racial and ethnic diversity, adhering to a homogeneous visual palette.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or the subversion of traditional gendered power dynamics.
The narrative does not engage with complex cultural, religious, or systemic social critiques.

Official Synopsis

Amidst the chilly white winter, bright-eyed Alma, wanders through Barcelona’s cobblestone streets. Suddenly, she spots an unassuming toy shop. Her gaze is drawn to a nearly identical figure staring back at her from the storefront window. As if by magic, the shop’s door swings open. But to her bewilderment, her elusive twin is nowhere to be found.

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