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Russian Miracle

Name: Russian Miracle
Director: Mikhail Kokshenov
Released: 1994
Duration: 78 min

Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

1994

Director

Mikhail Kokshenov

Runtime

78 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Russian Miracle is a traditional situational comedy that relies on the cliché of mistaken identity. The narrative emphasizes physical humor and plot mechanics over deep character development or social critique. The film captures the cultural and geopolitical shifts of the 1990s. It focuses on individual enterprise and the pursuit of wealth during a time of economic change. Overall, the film adheres to the mainstream entertainment values of its era. It does not provide nuanced or characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Russian Miracle have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-straight or non-cisgender identities. It centers on traditional family structures and heterosexual relationships.

How does Russian Miracle portray gender?

Limited

Female characters such as Aunt Katya play supporting roles. The storyline is driven by male-focused themes of business and trickery.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Russian Miracle?

Limited

The story focuses on a homogeneous Russian setting. There is no indication of diverse casting or ensemble.

How does Russian Miracle represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story explores the shift towards capitalism and the pursuit of wealth in the 1990s. Economic gain is treated as a comedic element rather than a critical issue.

Does Russian Miracle include disability representation?

Minimal

While a character is hospitalized, disability is not a central theme. It does not provide meaningful representation or ability to act to characters with disabilities.

Present on Screen

Captures the specific cultural atmosphere of the 1990s transition to market economies.
Uses classic, recognizable comedic clichés like the accidental double.

Limited or Absent

Does not include diverse representation of gender identities and sexual orientations.
Depicts women in secondary roles.
Focuses on a homogeneous ethnic setting without diverse casting.

Official Synopsis

The enterprising Ivan decides to organize a tour in America of the famous Russian psychic Yuri Koshmarovsky and earn some “green” money. However, just before the flight, it was discovered that the maestro was in the hospital. Well, do not cancel the same performance because of such a trifle! Fortunately, Aunt Katya escorted Ivan to her airport with her husband Petya, who, as it turned out, was almost a double of Koshmarovsky ...

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