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Chance

Name: Chance
Director: Aleksandr Mayorov
Released: 1984
Duration: 85 min

Representation Score

4.3/10

Fair

1984

Director

Aleksandr Mayorov

Runtime

85 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Chance (1984) stands out by placing a 17th-century Cossack protagonist at the center of a science fiction narrative, diverging from Western-centric clichés. The inclusion of an extraterrestrial character allows the film to explore themes of 'otherness' and non-traditional perspectives through allegory. However, the film lacks contemporary markers of diversity. It remains heavily focused on a male protagonist and does not include explicit representations of LGBTQ+ identities or characters with disabilities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Chance have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include explicit representations of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships. It focuses on the relationship between a Cossack and an alien entity.

How does Chance portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a male protagonist named Almaz Bitiy. There are no female characters or deconstruction of traditional masculinity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Chance?

Good

The film features a Cossack protagonist, avoiding typical Western sci-fi clichés. An alien character serves as a metaphor for exploring 'otherness' and alternative viewpoints.

How does Chance represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot explores speculative morality through the exchange of an elixir of youth, moving away from strict religious doctrine towards a more subjective spiritual perspective.

Does Chance include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities mentioned in the provided narrative details.

Present on Screen

Avoids Western-centric sci-fi clichés by featuring a non-Western historical figure.
Uses an alien character to explore diverse perspectives and 'otherness'.

Limited or Absent

Lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight characters.
Features a male-centric narrative with no female characters.
Does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Official Synopsis

In the middle of the 17th century, a Cossack named Almaz Bitiy saves an alien from a certain death. In gratitude, he gives the Earthman an elixir of youth.

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