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Sicario: Day of the Soldado

Sicario: Day of the Soldado

Representation Score

4.5/10

Fair

2018

R

Director

Stefano Sollima

Runtime

122 minutes

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Sicario: Day of the Soldado offers a gritty, sophisticated look at geopolitical instability and the erosion of institutional boundaries. It succeeds by rejecting simple hero-villain dichotomies in favor of a relativistic worldview that critiques Western interventionism. However, the film is heavily constrained by its narrow focus on hyper-masculine paramilitary operations, resulting in a significant lack of representation for LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities. Ultimately, the film's strength lies in its nuanced, multi-ethnic casting and its willingness to deconstruct the perceived superiority of Western legal structures, even as it remains a male-dominated action thriller.

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Category Breakdown

Does Sicario: Day of the Soldado have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or identities outside of traditional heterosexual relationships. The social dynamics revolve around hyper-masculine paramilitary and cartel warfare.

How does Sicario: Day of the Soldado portray gender?

Limited

The story centers on traditional masculine hierarchies and male-driven conflict. While Sicaria is a strong character, she operates within a male-dominated tactical environment.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Sicario: Day of the Soldado?

Good

The film features a prominent Latino cast in key roles, avoiding a purely Anglo-centric perspective. It portrays complex, actively leading characters of color within the US-Mexico border setting.

How does Sicario: Day of the Soldado represent religion and culture?

Good

The story critiques Western institutions and the rule of law through extrajudicial shadow operations. It explores post-colonial themes regarding the tension between sovereign nations and external interference.

Does Sicario: Day of the Soldado include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no meaningful depiction of physical, neurodivergent, or sensory disabilities. The focus remains almost exclusively on physical prowess and tactical skills.

Present on Screen

  • Features a prominent, actively leading Latino cast that avoids Anglo-centric clichés.
  • Provides a sophisticated critique of Western institutions and extrajudicial state methods.
  • Explores complex post-colonial themes regarding cross-border sovereignty and systemic violence.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks any representation of LGBTQ+ characters or non-traditional sexual orientations.
  • Reinforces conventional, male-dominated security environments rather than challenging gender roles.
  • Provides no meaningful depiction of physical, neurodivergent, or sensory disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Agent Matt Graver teams up with operative Alejandro Gillick to prevent Mexican drug cartels from smuggling terrorists across the United States border.

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