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Masameer: The Movie

Name: Masameer: The Movie
Director: Malik Nejer
Released: 2020
Duration: 112 min

Representation Score

7.8/10

Good

2020

Director

Malik Nejer

Runtime

112 minutes

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Masameer: The Movie stands out as a piece of social satire that challenges Western-centric animation standards. Its strongest points lie in its authentic cultural specificity and the subversion of traditional gender roles through its female protagonist, Danah. However, the film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and individuals with disabilities. While it uses satire to critique social structures, it does not give specific visibility to these demographic groups. Ultimately, the film effectively rejects the 'white-as-default' standard, using a localized aesthetic to explore the complexities of contemporary Saudi identity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Masameer: The Movie have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include explicit LGBTQ+ characters or storylines. It does not provide visibility or critique of heteronormativity.

How does Masameer: The Movie portray gender?

Good

The film features a strong female protagonist named Danah, who uses artificial intelligence and robotics to drive the story. This challenges traditional gender roles by highlighting female intellect.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Masameer: The Movie?

Excellent

The film showcases a predominantly Arab/Saudi cast, emphasizing local identity and a non-Western urban setting. It avoids globalized homogeneity by focusing on cultural specificity.

How does Masameer: The Movie represent religion and culture?

Good

The film uses satire to explore the tension between globalized capitalism and local traditions. It critiques absurd social and bureaucratic structures.

Does Masameer: The Movie include disability representation?

Fair

The film does not explicitly include characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities. Character journeys focus on social or psychological issues rather than disability.

Present on Screen

Authentic cultural specificity through a predominantly Arab/Saudi cast.
Subversion of traditional gender roles through a female protagonist.
Effective use of satire to critique bureaucratic and traditional structures.

Limited or Absent

Lack of explicit visibility for LGBTQ+ characters or storylines.
Absence of documented representation for neurodivergent or physically disabled individuals.

Official Synopsis

Danah, a Saudi girl with a passion for artificial intelligence embark on a journey to create good in the world using robotics. Meanwhile, three friends Saad, Saltooh and Kalb hit rock bottom and go on a journey of their own to prove themselves to society by becoming crime fighting superheroes.

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