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Fantastic Return to Oz

Fantastic Return to Oz

Representation Score

1.6/10

Minimal

2019

Director

Fedor Dmitriev

Runtime

77 minutes

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Fantastic Return to Oz follows a conventional adventure structure that emphasizes genre expectations over social complexity. While the film highlights a strong female lead in Dorothy, it remains grounded in traditional clichés. The story lacks depth in representing diverse racial, cultural, or LGBTQ+ identities. It centers on a simple moral binary and the protection of magical artifacts, leaving little room for systemic critique or diverse character roles.

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Category Breakdown

Does Fantastic Return to Oz have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories about non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities. The main plot revolves around Dorothy and Tim.

How does Fantastic Return to Oz portray gender?

Fair

Dorothy is a key female character. However, her role is primarily focused on protecting magical objects, which does not challenge traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Fantastic Return to Oz?

Limited

The film's setting includes characters from the Emerald City within a fantasy world. The narrative seems to rely on typical, homogeneous character types.

How does Fantastic Return to Oz represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story follows a classic Western fantasy framework with a straightforward moral binary. It emphasizes traditional good versus evil adventure themes.

Does Fantastic Return to Oz include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Disability is not used as a narrative tool in this story.

Present on Screen

  • Features a prominent female protagonist in Dorothy.
  • Offers a clear, traditional hero's journey structure.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks LGBTQ+ representation and non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.
  • Relies on homogeneous character archetypes rather than diverse racial backgrounds.
  • Does not explore disability or systemic social critiques.

Official Synopsis

A year to the day after Dorothy and the people of the Emerald City defeated Urfin Jus, the villain is trying to exact his revenge. To command the army of Carraci, however, Urfin needs not only the magic book, but also Dorothy’s silver slippers. The slippers are safely hidden away in Dorothy’s house. Unfortunately, Dorothy’s guest, Tim, is overcome by curiosity and picks up the shoes, accidentally transporting himself, Dorothy and the slippers to the Land of Oz. The Emerald City and its citizens are in danger once again.

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