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To the Ends of Time

Name: To the Ends of Time
Director: Markus Rothkranz
Released: 1996
Duration: 92 min

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

1996

Director

Markus Rothkranz

Runtime

92 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

To the Ends of Time operates within the conventional boundaries of mid-90s fantasy cinema. The narrative relies heavily on established archetypes that prioritize traditional gender roles and singular moral objectives. The film's structure reinforces a hierarchy where the male protagonist holds primary ability to act. This approach limits the depth of character development for the female lead and avoids exploring diverse social or romantic frameworks. Ultimately, the work offers little disruption to historical or social hierarchies, favoring a standard struggle between good and evil over more complex, inclusive storytelling.

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Category Breakdown

Does To the Ends of Time have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The story focuses on a traditional romance between a young boy and a princess. It does not include any depictions of LGBTQ+ identities or queer characters taking control of their stories.

How does To the Ends of Time portray gender?

Fair

The film follows a classic heroic archetype where a male protagonist drives the plot. The female princess serves mainly as a motivation or prize rather than as a self-driven individual.

How racially and ethnically diverse is To the Ends of Time?

Limited

Set in a mythical kingdom, the film seems to rely on homogeneous, Eurocentric fantasy clichés. There is no indication of intentional racial blending or diverse ethnic representation.

How does To the Ends of Time represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative adheres to standard high-fantasy morality and traditional themes of heroism. It does not critique systemic power or deconstruct Western institutions.

Does To the Ends of Time include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any characters navigating physical, sensory, or neurodivergent experiences. There is no visible representation of disability.

Present on Screen

The film employs a clear, classic heroic structure common to the fantasy genre.

Limited or Absent

The narrative relies on traditional gender hierarchies that limit women's ability to drive the story.
The setting lacks evidence of racial or ethnic diversity beyond Eurocentric clichés.
The story lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and neurodivergent experiences.

Official Synopsis

In a mythical kingdom, a young boy must fight time for the love of his princess and the future of his land.

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