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Cléopâtre, la dernière Reine d'Egypte

Name: Cléopâtre, la dernière Reine d'Egypte
Director: Kamel Ouali
Released: 2009

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2009

Director

Kamel Ouali

Runtime

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The production is a historical musical drama focusing on a woman's fight for power. It challenges traditional patriarchal structures by highlighting Cleopatra's active resistance to male threats. While the Egyptian setting offers a break from Western-centric narratives, the story adheres to conventional arcs of political legitimacy. It does not engage with current identity issues or dismantle systemic institutions. The film primarily explores historical sovereignty through its main character rather than serving as a platform for modern multi-layered dialogue.

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Category Breakdown

Does Cléopâtre, la dernière Reine d'Egypte have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The story centers on family power struggles and political succession. There is no indication of characters with non-conforming gender identities or same-sex relationships.

How does Cléopâtre, la dernière Reine d'Egypte portray gender?

Good

Cleopatra is the main character who regains her throne despite opposition from men. The film highlights her strong role and intelligence in a high-stakes political situation.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Cléopâtre, la dernière Reine d'Egypte?

Fair

The ancient Egyptian setting provides a non-Western backdrop. However, it is unclear if the production includes specific casting choices reflecting the era's ethnic reality.

How does Cléopâtre, la dernière Reine d'Egypte represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film examines themes of empire and sovereignty in a pre-Christian context. The conflict focuses on the internal workings of an established imperial system.

Does Cléopâtre, la dernière Reine d'Egypte include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities, neurodivergence, or physical impairments in the available information.

Present on Screen

Strong female leadership that actively opposes patriarchal power structures.
A non-Western historical setting that diverges from typical Anglo-Saxon narratives.

Limited or Absent

No representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-conforming gender expressions.
No portrayal of diverse perspectives on disability or neurodivergence among the characters.

Official Synopsis

51 avant Jésus Christ. A la mort de leur père, Cléopâtre et son jeune frère Ptolémée héritent d'un immense empire : la terre fabuleuse des pharaons d'Égypte. Ecartée du pouvoir par son frère qui va jusqu'à tenter de l'assassiner pour régner seul, Cléopâtre est déterminée à recouvrer ce trône qui lui revient de droit.

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