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Vihta

Name: Vihta
Director: François Bierry
Released: 2018
Duration: 21 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

2018

Director

François Bierry

Runtime

21 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Vihta serves as a social satire examining the conflict between personal freedom and corporate dominance. The film uses a small company's acquisition by a larger entity to explore changes in power dynamics and social structures. Though the film lacks explicit demographic diversity in terms of race, LGBTQ+ identities, or disability, it excels in its narrative structure. It critiques the mechanisms of modern institutional power and the diminishing autonomy of smaller groups. Overall, the film focuses on the characters' experiences during institutional change rather than showcasing diverse identity representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Vihta have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any explicit references to LGBTQ+ characters or stories focusing on non-traditional gender identities. There is no information suggesting representation in this area.

How does Vihta portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a group of colleagues, but the specific gender breakdown is not confirmed. The corporate takeover scenario provides a backdrop for challenging traditional professional hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Vihta?

Minimal

No information is given about the racial or ethnic makeup of the cast. The synopsis does not offer enough details to assess the film's racial diversity.

How does Vihta represent religion and culture?

Good

The film critiques Western institutions and late-stage capitalism through a corporate spa day, which satirizes the superficiality of institutional kindness.

Does Vihta include disability representation?

Minimal

The available context does not mention any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. There is no indication of disability representation in the work.

Present on Screen

Provides a sharp social critique of corporate dominance and the erosion of personal autonomy.
Uses a unique setting to explore the tension between professional roles and systemic power.
Offers a satirical look at the performative nature of corporate benevolence.

Limited or Absent

Lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender characters.
Does not show any visible evidence of racial or ethnic diversity among the cast.
Does not feature characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Serge and his four colleagues work in a small company that has just been brought out by a large corporation. As a welcoming gift, they are invited by their new employer to spend a day of relaxation at a spa.

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