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1812. Ballad of the Uhlans

Name: 1812. Ballad of the Uhlans
Director: Oleg Fesenko
Released: 2012
Duration: 96 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

2012

Director

Oleg Fesenko

Runtime

96 minutes

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The film is a traditional historical adventure that prioritizes nationalistic themes and conventional social hierarchies. It follows the standard clichés of period dramas, focusing on military brotherhood and the defense of the state during the Napoleonic Wars. While the film includes ethnic diversity through the presence of various imperial officers, it lacks representation of women, LGBTQ+ individuals, or characters with disabilities. The narrative structure reinforces the status quo of the 19th-century military era rather than challenging it. Ultimately, the work serves as a celebration of historical heroism and patriotism, offering a narrow view of the social landscape of the time.

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Category Breakdown

Does 1812. Ballad of the Uhlans have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on military camaraderie and historical conflict. There is no depiction of non-straight or non-cisgender identities, reinforcing traditional 19th-century social hierarchies.

How does 1812. Ballad of the Uhlans portray gender?

Limited

The narrative centers on a male-dominated military environment. Male characters like Alexey Tarusov and General Kutuzov drive the story, with no significant female roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is 1812. Ballad of the Uhlans?

Fair

The setting allows for ethnic variety within the Russian Imperial framework. Characters like Prince Kiknadze suggest the inclusion of diverse identities, such as Georgian or Caucasian nobility.

How does 1812. Ballad of the Uhlans represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story emphasizes patriotism, military duty, and national identity. It functions as a celebration of historical heroism rather than a critique of systemic power or Western institutions.

Does 1812. Ballad of the Uhlans include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information regarding the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities in this production.

Present on Screen

Includes diverse ethnic identities through characters like Prince Kiknadze within the Russian Imperial officer corps.

Limited or Absent

Lacks significant female character roles.
Does not represent LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender characters.
Fails to address or portray physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
Reinforces traditional assumptions about straight and cisgender relationships.

Official Synopsis

The Year is 1812. On the eve of the decisive battle of Borodino, Napoleon's secret agent steals a Russian battle plan. This fact is known to General Kutuzov (Head of Russian forces), thanks to a young nobleman Alexey Tarusov. Tarusov joint to the the regiment of Russian lancers, and finds new friends like Lieutenant Gorzhevsky, Prince Kiknadze and Sergeant Ptukha. After the terrible battle of Borodino, they fall into many unexpected adventures...

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