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Valladesam

Name: Valladesam
Director: N. T. Nantha
Released: 2017
Duration: 134 min

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2017

Director

N. T. Nantha

Runtime

134 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Valladesam is a genre-driven action thriller that stands out due to its strong gender dynamics. By focusing on a female protagonist who fights against international arms dealers to protect her daughter and country, the film challenges the typical male-dominated crime thriller genre. However, the film lacks depth in terms of diverse identities. It does not feature any characters with LGBTQ+ identities or disabilities. The narrative follows conventional themes of heroism and patriotism without delving into more complex social critiques. Overall, while the film offers a significant shift in gender roles, it remains a traditional genre piece without broader social or identity-based complexity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Valladesam have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender traits. It does not address themes related to the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Valladesam portray gender?

Good

A female character leads the story, evolving from a victim to an active leader in seeking justice. This challenges traditional stereotypes by showcasing a woman in a powerful role.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Valladesam?

Fair

The setting suggests a national context involving defense and international crime. However, there is not enough information to confirm specific racial makeup or diverse casting.

How does Valladesam represent religion and culture?

Fair

The storyline centers on traditional themes such as heroism, family duty, and patriotism. It does not explore anti-institutional or anti-capitalist viewpoints.

Does Valladesam include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film challenges the 'damsel in distress' cliché by giving the female lead high ability to act and combat skills.
It provides meaningful gender representation by placing a woman in a high-stakes, traditionally male-dominated action role.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities and non-cisgender characters.
There is no evidence of characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.
The story relies on conventional clichés of heroism and patriotism rather than exploring complex social critiques.

Official Synopsis

A woman is shot at and her daughter kidnapped by an international gang of arms dealer. Who is this woman and how does she fight back to save her daughter — and her nation?

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