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The Keeper of Time

Name: The Keeper of Time
Director: Robert Crombie
Released: 2004

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

2004

Director

Robert Crombie

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film sticks closely to established fantasy conventions, emphasizing a straightforward moral binary and traditional power roles. The narrative structure revolves around a male-centric journey of destiny and protection. Characters primarily serve the purpose of a conventional hero's journey, lacking diverse representations or multi-layered identities. The work does not make intentional efforts to disrupt social hierarchies or present varied perspectives, leading to a predictable, Eurocentric fantasy experience.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Keeper of Time have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film centers on a traditional hero's journey with a straight-focused framework. There is no indication of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships among the characters.

How does The Keeper of Time portray gender?

Fair

The story emphasizes traditional masculine leadership and protective roles. Female characters such as Anu follow conventional gender roles without challenging gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Keeper of Time?

Limited

The medieval setting adheres to Eurocentric aesthetics typical of the genre. There is no evidence of diverse ethnic backgrounds or race-bent casting.

How does The Keeper of Time represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot follows a classic good-versus-evil binary. This framework upholds traditional power structures without delving into subjective morality or systemic critiques.

Does The Keeper of Time include disability representation?

Minimal

The narrative does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities. There is no representation of neurodivergence or chronic illness.

Present on Screen

The film offers a clear, classic hero's journey structure fitting the fantasy genre.

Limited or Absent

The narrative heavily relies on traditional gender archetypes and masculine leadership clichés.
The setting lacks evidence of racial or ethnic diversity, sticking to Eurocentric aesthetics.
The story lacks LGBTQ+ representation or non-straight character identities.
The moral framework is a simple binary that avoids complex cultural or systemic exploration.

Official Synopsis

Tim, a child living in a medieval world, has been chosen to be the most powerful wizard of his time. Under the protection of teacher Udo and muscular swordsman Bullrock, with a beautiful, mysterious blonde woman Anu along for the ride, Tim travels to the Southern Castle to train under the powerful wizard Martirus so that he can defeat the evil wizard Tor, allowing the forces of good to reign for the next 500 years. His journey is filled with magic and endangered by the dark spells of Tor, who is determined to end the journey before it has a chance to begin.

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