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Cosmis Flows: The Cartographers of the Universe

Name: Cosmis Flows: The Cartographers of the Universe
Director: François-Xavier Vives
Released: 2019
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

5.0/10

Fair

2019

Director

François-Xavier Vives

Runtime

90 minutes

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Cosmic Flows: The Cartographers of the Universe succeeds in presenting a global network of scientific exploration, showcasing centers in various countries like China and South Africa. This approach challenges the notion of science as a strictly Eurocentric endeavor. However, the film does not specifically address LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender roles. It also does not provide detailed information on gender diversity or disability representation. The focus remains on technical and academic content. Overall, the documentary serves as a globalized survey of scientific research. It achieves some progressive value through its international scope, even if it avoids deeper engagement with social hierarchies or identity politics.

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Category Breakdown

Does Cosmis Flows: The Cartographers of the Universe have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The documentary focuses on cosmologists and astronomical technology. There is no explicit mention of LGBTQ+ characters or stories that explore non-straight relationships.

How does Cosmis Flows: The Cartographers of the Universe portray gender?

Fair

The film centers on the human adventure of scientific discovery. It does not highlight female intellectual leadership or reinforce traditional gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Cosmis Flows: The Cartographers of the Universe?

Good

The narrative highlights global contributions by visiting exploration centers in Hawaii, Australia, South Africa, and China. This approach challenges the idea of science being solely Eurocentric.

How does Cosmis Flows: The Cartographers of the Universe represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film prioritizes secularism and the scientific method over religious beliefs. It operates within established scientific institutions without criticizing them.

Does Cosmis Flows: The Cartographers of the Universe include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the portrayal of individuals with physical or neurodevelopmental disabilities.

Present on Screen

Provides a global perspective by documenting scientific centers in diverse locations.
Challenges Eurocentric views by highlighting international contributions to cosmology.
Maintains a secular, empirical focus that avoids religious dogma.

Limited or Absent

Lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight relationships.
Does not provide clear visibility regarding gender diversity within the scientific community.
Offers no information or representation concerning individuals with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Man has always sought to seek further afield. After the seafaring explorers of the 16th century, 21st century cosmologists today navigate more celestial oceans, with each mission providing an ever-broader and more impressive cartography of our surroundings. At the avant garde of modern technology, these strange travellers are actually immobile, and their vessels are powerful and spectacular telescopes, on the Earth or in space, constantly widening the limits of our knowledge and giving form to our dreams of infinity. From Hawaii to Australia, via South Africa and China, we set out on an incredible scientific and human adventure to visit the planet's greatest cosmic exploration centres to discover the new challenges involved in understanding the universe. A journey on Earth and in the heavens that will take your breath away!

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