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King of the Mountain

King of the Mountain

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

2018

Director

Tamara Tsotsoriya, Konstantin Kutuev, Яна Поляруш

Runtime

112 minutes

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King of the Mountain is a conventional coming-of-age drama that relies heavily on established clichés of athletic competition and romantic rivalry. The narrative focuses on personal redemption and the strength of friendship following a tragedy. While the film delves into emotional depth through its characters' moral struggles, it does not deconstruct social hierarchies in a more progressive manner. The representation remains rooted in traditional archetypes. Ultimately, the film functions as a character-driven study of resilience rather than a vehicle for multi-layered or diverse social commentary.

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Category Breakdown

Does King of the Mountain have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The story revolves around a typical heterosexual relationship between Alexey and Lina. There are no characters with non-binary gender identities or stories that challenge the idea that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does King of the Mountain portray gender?

Fair

Alexey embodies traditional masculine traits like leadership and athleticism. However, the plot emphasizes emotional intelligence and moral goodness, which might soften these stereotypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is King of the Mountain?

Fair

The film operates within a specific cultural context and does not include actors from diverse racial backgrounds. Therefore, it lacks markers of multi-layered diversity.

How does King of the Mountain represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative focuses on individual moral resilience and the preservation of social bonds. It follows conventional storytelling patterns without critiquing religious or social institutions.

Does King of the Mountain include disability representation?

Minimal

A tragic accident serves as a pivotal moment in the plot. However, it is unclear if this leads to a permanent disability and if the film explores this with the character having real control over their actions.

Present on Screen

  • Explores emotional intelligence and moral courage beyond traditional masculine archetypes.
  • Highlights the importance of social bonds and personal resilience through adversity.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender narratives.
  • Does not offer evidence of multi-layered casting or diverse ethnic perspectives.
  • Fails to explore disability as a central arc with character's ability to drive the story.

Official Synopsis

Alexey Tsaryov is a 17-year-old school leader and a promising champion of a junior alpine ski team. Alexey has a girlfriend Lina and a friend Kostya, his rival both in sport and in love. Alexey is first in every way. He is self-confident, he does not know how to lose and does not wish to lose. But suddenly everything changes. After a tragic accident that befalls Alexey because of Kostya, their friendship has to withstand a challenge. But the moral courage, goodness and love will help endure all the ordeals and will bring everyone to their personal victories.

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