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Clara

Name: Clara
Director: Oleksandr Klymenko
Released: 2019
Duration: 87 min

Representation Score

4.2/10

Fair

2019

Director

Oleksandr Klymenko

Runtime

87 minutes

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Clara is a character-driven adventure that stands out for its female-led structure. By placing a young girl at the center of the action, the film offers a fresh perspective that deviates from traditional male-centric fantasy clichés. However, the film stays within the confines of conventional genre expectations. Its reliance on standard mythological figures like dragons and sorcerers indicates a preference for classic storytelling over deeper explorations of identity. Overall, while the film provides moderate representation through its protagonist, it falls short in offering the specific character depth necessary to challenge social hierarchies or explore diverse cultural and LGBTQ+ perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Clara have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film doesn't include any explicit references to LGBTQ+ identities or stories. Although the fantasy setting allows for challenging traditional gender roles, there are no specific characters or arcs that explore these themes.

How does Clara portray gender?

Fair

Clara is a strong female protagonist who plays a significant role in driving the story. By putting the fate of the world in her hands, the film challenges the idea that only male characters can be heroes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Clara?

Limited

The high-fantasy setting includes mythical creatures like dwarfs and dragons, but it’s not clear if these species represent diverse human identities. The story relies on standard mythological figures rather than complex ethnic dynamics.

How does Clara represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story follows a conventional hero's journey typical of family animation. It focuses on standard fantasy morality rather than exploring secular or anti-capitalist themes.

Does Clara include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no depiction of visible or invisible disabilities among the characters in the provided descriptions.

Present on Screen

The film features a female protagonist who plays a significant role in driving the story.
Clara challenges traditional clichés by serving as the primary driver of the world's destiny.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or character arcs.
The use of fantasy species remains tied to standard clichés rather than exploring complex racial or ethnic dynamics.
There is no depiction of visible or invisible disabilities among the characters.

Official Synopsis

A girl named Clara lives in an amazing fairy world inhabited by dwarfs, dragons and sorcerers. Astonishing adventures await Clara and her friends and also the future of the whole world will fall into her hands.

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