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Syndrome

Name: Syndrome
Director: Anton Bormatov
Released: 2023
Duration: 84 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

2023

Director

Anton Bormatov

Runtime

84 minutes

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Syndrome follows a conventional domestic thriller format, emphasizing the psychological instability of a married couple after a car accident. The narrative prioritizes individual suspense and the subjective nature of reality over broader social commentary. The film relies on traditional clichés and a binary gender dynamic, resulting in a lack of diverse perspectives. While it touches on cognitive impairment, the story remains centered on a homogeneous setting.

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Category Breakdown

Does Syndrome have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The story centers on a heterosexual marriage, with no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships.

How does Syndrome portray gender?

Fair

The film portrays a binary gender relationship between Maria and Kirill, focusing on Kirill's behavior without explicitly critiquing traditional masculinity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Syndrome?

Minimal

The narrative focuses on a homogeneous domestic setting with no indication of a multi-ethnic cast or diverse racial representation.

How does Syndrome represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot centers on a traditional Western-style family unit, focusing on individual trauma without exploring specific cultural or ideological critiques.

Does Syndrome include disability representation?

Fair

The film addresses mental health and neurological stability after a traumatic event, but it is unclear if the protagonist's condition is given real control or depth.

Present on Screen

Explores complex themes of psychological instability and the subjective nature of reality.
Builds suspense through a character-driven narrative.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+, racial, and cultural diversity.
Relies on traditional, homogeneous narrative structures.
Risk of using disability or mental health issues merely as plot devices.

Official Synopsis

A horrific car accident turns a married couple's lives upside down. Artist Maria's husband, businessman Kirill, becomes disturbingly perfect. Is he repenting his mistakes and trying to make up for what he almost lost forever, or is it all a figment of Maria's injured imagination? A series of increasingly strange coincidences and signs suggest that Maria can no longer trust herself.

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