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The Princess and the Goblin

Name: The Princess and the Goblin
Director: József Gémes
Released: 1991
Duration: 82 min

Representation Score

4.7/10

Fair

1991

Director

József Gémes

Runtime

82 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

One of the film's strengths is its portrayal of Princess Irene as an active hero rather than a passive character. She drives the narrative with her decisions and actions. However, the story sticks closely to traditional fantasy clichés, lacking diversity in its human cast and excluding representations of disability or LGBTQ+ identities. Overall, while the film offers progressive gender dynamics, it remains a conventional tale that supports existing social hierarchies and Western moral frameworks.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Princess and the Goblin have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-straight relationships. The protagonist's relationships are based on traditional friendships.

How does The Princess and the Goblin portray gender?

Good

Princess Irene breaks the damsel-in-distress stereotype by taking an active role as a hero. Her decisions and actions drive the plot.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Princess and the Goblin?

Limited

The human characters are mostly of similar backgrounds, following the original story's descriptions. There is no effort to cast actors from diverse ethnic backgrounds.

How does The Princess and the Goblin represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story adheres to traditional Western fantasy themes focused on protecting a kingdom. It upholds classical moral values and existing social structures.

Does The Princess and the Goblin include disability representation?

Limited

The film does not depict neurodivergence, physical disabilities, or chronic illnesses. Characters are shown as having typical abilities.

Present on Screen

Princess Irene is a proactive protagonist who actively shapes the story.
The film challenges traditional gender roles by focusing on the female lead's ability to act.

Limited or Absent

The human cast lacks racial and ethnic diversity.
There is no representation of neurodivergence, physical disability, or chronic illness.
The narrative does not include LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-straight relationships.

Official Synopsis

The story is about the Princess Irene and a young warrior boy named Curty. Irene must use her magic power to fight off goblins and save the kingdom.

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