You are here:

Kymatica

Kymatica

Representation Score

8.1/10

Excellent

2009

Not Rated

Director

Ben Stewart

Runtime

84 minutes

Average Rating

No ratings yet

New Showbiz Analysis

Kymatica is a documentary that centers on philosophical questions and challenges Western cognitive norms. Its strength lies in its focus on non-Western epistemologies and shamanic traditions, which challenge traditional religious and social hierarchies. However, the film lacks explicit demographic representation. While it explores the human psyche and altered states of consciousness, these explorations remain theoretical rather than shown directly. Ultimately, the work studies subjective experience and offers a pluralistic spiritual framework but does not provide extensive direct representation of specific identity groups.

Watch this, not that →

Category Breakdown

Does Kymatica have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film focuses on internal, personal experiences rather than interpersonal romantic relationships. Though it doesn't clearly depict non-straight or non-cisgender characters, its emphasis on the psyche suggests a move away from assumptions about straight relationships.

How does Kymatica portray gender?

Fair

By focusing on the human psyche instead of social roles, the film offers a way to question traditional gender roles. However, there is no clear evidence showing strong female influence or challenging typical male dominance.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Kymatica?

Good

The film highlights shamanic practices, which connect with indigenous knowledge and non-Western ways of thinking. This enhances diverse cultural viewpoints and challenges the dominance of Western scientific thought.

How does Kymatica represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The film shifts from a single religious morality to a more pluralistic, secular-spiritual framework. It emphasizes individual perception and mystical beliefs over traditional religious teachings.

Does Kymatica include disability representation?

Fair

The film explores altered states of consciousness and links these to themes of neurodiversity and non-standard cognitive processes. It looks at cognitive differences through the lens of sound and vibration.

Present on Screen

  • Challenges Western scientific thought by highlighting indigenous shamanic practices.
  • Offers a pluralistic, secular-spiritual framework over singular religious morality.
  • Explores the human psyche through a lens of subjective, non-traditional experience.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks explicit depictions of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight/non-cisgender characters.
  • Does not provide clear evidence of women's ability to drive the story or subversion of traditional gender roles.
  • Does not include concrete examples of neurodivergent or physical disability representation.

Official Synopsis

Ben Stewart, the bright young musician and philosopher who brought us the sleeper hit "Esoteric Agenda", unveils his new work, Kymatica!. Kymatica will venture into the realm of Cymatics and Shamanic practices. It will offer insight into the human psyche and discuss matters of spirituality, altered states of consciousness and much more! Not to be missed!

How are these scores produced? →

Where to Watch

Rate this Movie

No rating selected
Use arrow keys to select a rating from 1 to 5 stars
Optional text review, maximum 2000 characters
Tip: Wrap spoilers with ||double pipes|| to hide them
0/2000 characters
You must be signed in to submit a rating

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts on this movie!

Use the rating form above to leave a star rating and optional review.