New Showbiz

You are here:
1812. Ballad of the Uhlans

1812. Ballad of the Uhlans

2012

Director

Oleg Fesenko

Runtime

96 minutes

Average Rating

No ratings yet

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...

Where to Watch

Diversity & Representation

Overall Score

3.3/10

Limited

Category Breakdown

LGBTQ+ Representation

Limited

The film focuses on military camaraderie and historical conflict. There is no evidence of non-cisnormative identities or same-sex intimacy, reinforcing traditional 19th-century social hierarchies.

Gender Representation

Limited

The narrative centers on a male-dominated military environment. Agency is driven by male characters like Alexey Tarusov and General Kutuzov, with no evidence of significant female roles.

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

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.

Religious & Cultural Diversity

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.

Disability Representation

Minimal

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

Strengths

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

Areas for Improvement

  • Lacks female agency and significant female character roles.
  • Provides no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisnormative characters.
  • Fails to address or portray physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
  • Reinforces traditional heteronormative and patriarchal social hierarchies.

AI Analysis

The film is a traditional historical adventure that prioritizes nationalistic themes and conventional social hierarchies. It follows the standard tropes 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.

How are these scores produced? →

Rate this Movie

No rating selected
Use arrow keys to select a rating from 1 to 5 stars
Optional text review, maximum 2000 characters
Tip: Wrap spoilers with ||double pipes|| to hide them
0/2000 characters
You must be signed in to submit a rating

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts on this movie!

Use the rating form above to leave a star rating and optional review.