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Rafadan Tayfa: Göbeklitepe

Rafadan Tayfa: Göbeklitepe

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

2019

Director

İsmail Fidan

Runtime

89 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

Rafadan Tayfa: Göbeklitepe is a localized adventure that prioritizes historical curiosity and communal bonding over social deconstruction. The film centers its narrative on a Turkish cultural framework and childhood camaraderie, focusing on traditional values and community bonds. The work adheres to standard demographic norms, reinforcing existing social structures rather than disrupting them. It lacks the multi-layered complexity or the subversion of established norms necessary for a higher progressive rating. Ultimately, the film serves as a culturally specific piece of media that focuses on national heritage and traditional values, offering a homogeneous view of its target audience.

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Category Breakdown

Does Rafadan Tayfa: Göbeklitepe have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It focuses entirely on traditional childhood friendships without exploring non-straight relationships.

How does Rafadan Tayfa: Göbeklitepe portray gender?

Limited

The story is driven by a male-led ensemble, following conventional gendered clichés. Female characters appear only in supporting roles without challenging traditional hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Rafadan Tayfa: Göbeklitepe?

Fair

Characters reflect a homogeneous Turkish demographic consistent with its production context. It lacks intentional racial blending or storytelling that reflects multiple aspects of diversity.

How does Rafadan Tayfa: Göbeklitepe represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative reinforces traditional values, community, and national heritage. It avoids challenging established institutions or going beyond familiar patterns.

Does Rafadan Tayfa: Göbeklitepe include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no discernible representation of visible or invisible disabilities. Characters operate within a standard physical and neurotypical framework.

Present on Screen

  • Provides a culturally specific representation of a Turkish neighborhood.
  • Focuses on themes of friendship, curiosity, and historical preservation.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight relationships.
  • Features a predominantly male-led ensemble that follows conventional gender clichés.
  • Does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
  • Lacks storytelling that reflects multiple aspects of diversity.

Official Synopsis

The discovery of Göbeklitepe and the subsequent excavations caused great excitement around the world. During the days when all eyes were on Göbeklitepe, Akın received a mysterious package from his friend Veysi in Şanlıurfa. While Akın couldn't make sense of the copper tray that came out of the package, a phone call from Veysi made the situation even more complicated. In a state of panic, Veysi said that someone was after him, but the call was cut off.

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