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Ramses

Name: Ramses
Director: Orlando Corradi
Released: 2007
Duration: 96 min

Representation Score

3.3/10

Limited

2007

Director

Orlando Corradi

Runtime

96 minutes

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Ramses follows a conventional hero's journey archetype centered on historical conflict and the rise of a singular protagonist. The narrative prioritizes classical themes of leadership and individual merit within an ancient setting. While the Egyptian backdrop provides a non-Western context, the film adheres to traditional storytelling formulas. It lacks evidence of intentional subversion of social hierarchies or complex, multi-layered character arcs. The focus remains on military victory and the defense of established institutions, reinforcing traditional power structures.

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Category Breakdown

Does Ramses have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on military victory and the personal heroism of a young archer. It does not include any non-traditional gender identities or same-sex relationships.

How does Ramses portray gender?

Fair

The story centers around a male protagonist and a male military leader, emphasizing traditional masculine roles and leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Ramses?

Fair

Set in Ancient Egypt during a conflict with the Hittites, the film provides a non-Western historical backdrop. However, it is unclear if the cast avoids homogeneous depictions.

How does Ramses represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story follows a classic hero's journey centered on patriotism and defending the Egyptian state, reinforcing traditional structures of power and national identity.

Does Ramses include disability representation?

Minimal

The available information does not provide any details about the inclusion or portrayal of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

The historical setting provides a non-Western cultural backdrop through Ancient Egypt.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth dynamics.
The narrative relies on traditional gender hierarchies centered on masculine leadership.
There is no evidence of characters with disabilities or diverse multi-layered identities.
The plot reinforces traditional power structures rather than offering cultural critique.

Official Synopsis

Follow a young archer and his general lead the Egyptian army to victory against the powerful Suppiluliuma, King of the Hittites. As he fights to save Egypt, the archer eventually becomes a hero in this animated feature.

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