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Society of the Snow

Society of the Snow

Representation Score

3.3/10

Limited

2023

R

Director

J. A. Bayona

Runtime

143 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Society of the Snow emphasizes historical accuracy over contemporary diversity standards. The film's focus on the 1972 Andes flight disaster limits its representation of gender and LGBTQ+ identities. On the other hand, the film excels in cultural authenticity. It highlights the specific ethnic identities of the survivors and respects their national and cultural backgrounds, providing a unique cultural perspective often missing in Hollywood survival dramas. Overall, the film's approach balances historical fidelity with cultural specificity, though it falls short in representing diverse identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Society of the Snow have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on the survival circumstances of the rugby team and flight crew. There are no characters with LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex romantic arcs.

How does Society of the Snow portray gender?

Minimal

The story is driven almost entirely by male characters, reflecting the historical context of the 1972 crash. Female characters have minimal roles and influence.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Society of the Snow?

Good

The film features a predominantly Uruguayan and Argentine cast, ensuring cultural authenticity and avoiding whitewashing.

How does Society of the Snow represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story includes moral dilemmas that highlight the characters' Catholic faith. It presents a traditional religious framework without secular critique.

Does Society of the Snow include disability representation?

Limited

The film addresses physical trauma and physiological struggles caused by extreme conditions. However, it does not explore chronic disabilities or neurodivergence.

Present on Screen

  • The film avoids whitewashing by using a predominantly South American cast.
  • It respects the specific cultural and national identities of the survivors.
  • Provides a meaningful representation of a non-Anglo-Saxon group in a high-stakes setting.

Limited or Absent

  • Female characters have limited roles and influence in the story.
  • There is no representation of non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth gender identities.
  • Disability is portrayed as a situational injury rather than a character identity.

Official Synopsis

On October 13, 1972, Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571, chartered to take a rugby team to Chile, crashes into a glacier in the heart of the Andes.

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