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Umma
Representation Score
4.6/10
Fair
2022
PG-13Director
Iris K. Shim
Runtime
83 minutes
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Umma uses the horror genre to explore the internal anxieties of cultural displacement for immigrants. By focusing on the psychological conflicts arising from cultural tensions, the film offers a nuanced perspective on the Korean-American experience. The narrative emphasizes the complexities of cultural duality and the challenges faced by immigrants in Western societies. While the film does not delve into LGBTQ+ or disability-specific stories, it provides a detailed examination of cultural and generational identity.
Category Breakdown
Does Umma have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film focuses on traditional maternal roles and straight relationships, with no indication of LGBTQ themes or non-binary identities.
How does Umma portray gender?
The story centers on the psychological pressures of motherhood, challenging the nurturing stereotype by showing maternal bonds as sources of dread.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Umma?
The film effectively portrays the Korean-American experience, using the protagonist's cultural background and dual identity to drive the plot.
How does Umma represent religion and culture?
The story highlights the clash between traditional Korean values and Western norms, focusing on the immigrant's personal experience rather than a simplistic assimilation.
Does Umma include disability representation?
While the film explores intense psychological distress and trauma, it does not specifically depict neurodivergence or physical disabilities.
Present on Screen
- Offers a nuanced portrayal of the Korean-American experience and the challenges of cultural duality.
- Subverts traditional maternal roles by highlighting the psychological burden of motherhood.
- Highlights the personal struggles of immigrants caught between traditional values and Western norms.
Limited or Absent
- Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-binary character arcs.
- Does not include specific depictions of neurodivergence or physical disabilities.
Official Synopsis
Amanda and her daughter live a quiet life on an American farm, but when the remains of her estranged mother arrive from Korea, Amanda becomes haunted by the fear of turning into her own mother.
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