
Steamboy
2004

Representation Score
Fair
2015
PGDirector
Franck Ekinci, Christian Desmares
Runtime
106 minutes
Average Rating
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The film stands out by presenting a young female protagonist who challenges traditional gender roles. Her proactive nature and intelligence drive the narrative forward. However, the film's setting is primarily European, limiting its scope in terms of racial diversity. The lack of explicit LGBTQ+ representation and diverse racial identities also impacts its overall inclusivity.
Category Breakdown
The story revolves around a teenage girl searching for her parents in a steampunk world. There are no characters with non-binary genders or same-sex relationships.
Avril is a strong, intelligent, and physically capable female protagonist who drives the plot through her investigative work. She avoids being portrayed as a damsel in distress and instead leads the investigation.
Set in an alternate-history France, the film's visuals are predominantly European. While it avoids direct racial stereotypes, it lacks diverse racial representation.
The film critiques established institutions by depicting a world where political systems hinder scientific progress. It highlights the importance of individual inquiry over blind adherence to oppressive authority.
There are no prominent depictions of visible or invisible disabilities that serve as central character arcs or plot drivers.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
It's 1941, but France is trapped in the 19th Century, governed by steam and Napoleon V. Avril, a teenage girl, goes in search of her missing scientist parents.

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