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Masters

Masters

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2012

Director

Johny Antony

Runtime

138 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Masters follows the standard conventions of the crime-thriller genre. The story focuses on traditional heroism and the stability of state and media institutions, avoiding the exploration of diverse identities. The film leans heavily on established social roles, focusing on a male duo. This approach reinforces typical genre clichés rather than challenging systemic hierarchies or breaking down identity norms. Overall, the work serves as a conventional regional thriller that adheres to traditional masculine and social order archetypes.

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Category Breakdown

Does Masters have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story centers on the close friendship between two male characters. There are no representations of non-binary gender identities or stories that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Masters portray gender?

Fair

The main characters are two men, a cop and a reporter, who embody traditional masculine roles of protector and truth-seeker. Their actions reinforce these conventional gender stereotypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Masters?

Fair

The film likely reflects the local population through typical casting practices. There is no indication of intentional efforts to include diverse ethnicities or to cast actors regardless of their background.

How does Masters represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot emphasizes the importance of law enforcement and journalism in maintaining societal order. It upholds the status quo rather than questioning Western cultural norms or offering alternative viewpoints.

Does Masters include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with physical or neurodivergent conditions in the narrative.

Present on Screen

  • Reflects the local demographic through its casting choices.
  • Uses familiar, high-stakes narrative structures involving law enforcement and journalism.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender narratives.
  • Relies on traditional masculine roles, limiting the role of women.
  • Does not include characters with physical or neurodivergent conditions.
  • Reinforces the current social order rather than exploring subversive or anti-establishment themes.

Official Synopsis

Two best friends, where one is a cop and the other a news reporter, always have each other's back and fight for the society. Both get tested when several suicide bombings happen and they have to nab the culprit.

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