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Belphegor, Phantom of the Louvre

Belphegor, Phantom of the Louvre

Representation Score

3.5/10

Limited

2001

TV-14

Director

Jean-Paul Salomé

Runtime

97 minutes

Average Rating

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Belphégor, Phantom of the Louvre is a traditional genre piece that prioritizes atmospheric horror and mystery over social commentary. The narrative structure follows established cinematic formulas, centering on a Western male protagonist and utilizing ancient mythology as a plot driver. The film lacks the intentionality needed to challenge traditional social hierarchies. It maintains a conventional approach to character and theme, focusing on the supernatural rather than identity-driven storytelling.

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Category Breakdown

Does Belphegor, Phantom of the Louvre have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a traditional mystery-thriller structure centered around a male protagonist. It does not include non-traditional gender identities or narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender, sticking to conventional social structures.

How does Belphegor, Phantom of the Louvre portray gender?

Limited

The narrative is primarily driven by a male protagonist. Female characters tend to play traditional roles, often serving as figures to be protected or investigated rather than challenging gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Belphegor, Phantom of the Louvre?

Fair

While the plot incorporates Egyptian mythology, the character arcs remain centered on a predominantly white cast. The film does not prioritize characters of color with significant influence within the Parisian setting.

How does Belphegor, Phantom of the Louvre represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story uses the Louvre as a central stage for a classic supernatural mystery. It does not use its setting to critique Western religious or social structures.

Does Belphegor, Phantom of the Louvre include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no significant presence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The narrative does not utilize neurodivergence or physical disability as a means of character development.

Present on Screen

  • Uses rich Egyptian mythology as a compelling plot device for the supernatural mystery.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks diverse character's ability to drive the story, centering primarily on a Eurocentric cast.
  • Does not challenge traditional gender hierarchies or provide non-traditional gender representation.
  • Does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A collection of artifacts from an archeological dig in Egypt are brought to the famous Louvre museum in Paris, and while experts are using a laser scanning device to determine the age of a sarcophagus, a ghostly spirit escapes and makes its way into the museum's electrical system.

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