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The Black Stallion Returns

Name: The Black Stallion Returns
Director: Robert Dalva
Released: 1983
Duration: 103 min

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

1983

Director

Robert Dalva

Runtime

103 minutes

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The film presents a traditional adventure narrative centered on a young male protagonist. It closely follows the conventions of early 1980s family-adventure films. Although set in Egypt, the film does not use this setting to address socio-political issues or challenge conventional power structures. Instead, it upholds a traditional view of heroism and individual perseverance. Overall, the film maintains a conventional, escapist perspective without delving into multi-layered themes or providing nuanced representations of underrepresented identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Black Stallion Returns have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-cisgender identities. The story focuses solely on the protagonist's relationship with nature.

How does The Black Stallion Returns portray gender?

Limited

The story centers on a male protagonist named Alec Ramsay. Female characters are either absent or play minor roles, preventing any exploration of women's ability to act.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Black Stallion Returns?

Fair

Set in Egypt, the local populations serve mainly to create atmosphere rather than being central to the plot. The cast primarily features Western characters.

How does The Black Stallion Returns represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film follows a conventional Western adventure format. It avoids challenging Western institutions, maintaining a straightforward, moralistic storyline typical of family-friendly cinema.

Does The Black Stallion Returns include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any characters dealing with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent conditions. Disability is not used as part of character development.

Present on Screen

Provides an international, atmospheric setting through its Egyptian backdrop.
Focuses on the classic narrative of the bond between human and animal.

Limited or Absent

Lacks significant female character presence and ability to act.
Does not utilize its international setting for deeper, character-driven diversity.
Does not engage with or represent disability or LGBTQ+ identities.

Official Synopsis

"Black" is a stunning fire-and-silk stallion celebrated the world over. But to his young American owner, Alec Ramsay, he's much more. So, when the amazing animal is stolen, Alec will stop at nothing to get him back. Alec finally unravels the mystery of Black's theft...only to discover that he must overcome even greater odds to reclaim his beloved horse.

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