
Kekec
1951

Representation Score
Minimal
1968
Director
Jože Gale
Runtime
75 minutes
Average Rating
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Kekec's Tricks is a traditional period piece that centers on regional folklore and the classic 'clever child' narrative. It serves as a localized adventure film rather than a work aimed at exploring multiple layers of identity. The film maintains a homogeneous cultural identity typical of mid-century European cinema. Its lack of diversity aligns with the storytelling conventions of the time and a specific focus on Slovenian mountain life. Ultimately, the production emphasizes pastoral storytelling and the ingenuity of children, while adhering to a conventional social order without challenging established norms.
Category Breakdown
The film follows a typical mid-20th century storyline that assumes everyone is straight or cisgender. It doesn't include any characters with non-traditional gender identities or stories that question this assumption.
The main character is a boy who takes a leading role in the story through his wit. However, the film upholds traditional gender roles and emphasizes masculine authority figures.
The cast is made up of actors who share the same ethnicity, reflecting the specific Slovenian setting. It portrays a local, culturally specific view of a Yugoslavian mountain community.
The film showcases a traditional, rural lifestyle focused on farming and family life. It highlights village and parental structures without delving into political or social issues.
There are no significant depictions of visible or invisible disabilities. The characters operate within a normal range of physical abilities suitable for mountain adventures.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
A story of the witty boy Kekec, his friends and their adventures in the mountains of Slovenia during the summer.

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