
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair
1990

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Minimal
1988
UnratedDirector
Marilyn Fox
Runtime
161 minutes
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This 1988 adaptation emphasizes historical and theological archetypes, upholding conventional social hierarchies and religious absolutes. The narrative focuses on a singular cultural perspective, favoring a homogeneous cast and traditional values. The production reflects the wartime British context and the source material's origins, resulting in a narrow view of the fantasy world.
Category Breakdown
The film does not include any representations of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships.
The story follows traditional gender roles, with Peter serving as the main leader and Susan and Lucy fitting into era-specific gender stereotypes.
The cast is predominantly white, reflecting the Anglo-Saxon heritage of the production. There is no attempt to include actors from diverse ethnic backgrounds.
The story is deeply rooted in Christian allegory and absolute moral dualism, reinforcing traditional Western values and the importance of the family unit.
The film does not depict any characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
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Official Synopsis
Four kids travel to the magical land of Narnia where they must battle an evil queen with the direction of the lion, Aslan.

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