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A Retribution

Name: A Retribution
Director: Thomas Roth
Released: 2022
Duration: 105 min

Representation Score

3.5/10

Limited

2022

Director

Thomas Roth

Runtime

105 minutes

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A Retribution is a focused character study centered on the Jewish experience and the failure of post-war justice systems. It provides a complex look at ethnic identity and the critique of institutional authority. However, the film's scope is narrow. It lacks representation for LGBTQ+ individuals and characters with disabilities, focusing almost exclusively on a male-driven historical drama. Ultimately, the film's strength lies in its thematic depth regarding systemic disillusionment rather than broad demographic inclusivity.

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Category Breakdown

Does A Retribution have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters or stories related to LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight relationships. There is no representation of LGBTQ+ individuals.

How does A Retribution portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on a male protagonist seeking revenge. While it avoids passive stereotypes, there are no female character arcs, limiting gender diversity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is A Retribution?

Good

The narrative centers on the Jewish experience and the protagonist's journey after Holocaust-related events. It provides ability to act to the main character, challenging typical victim roles.

How does A Retribution represent religion and culture?

Good

The film criticizes Western legal institutions by showing their ineffectiveness. It explores themes of anti-institutionalism and prioritizing personal justice over state authority.

Does A Retribution include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters dealing with physical, neurodivergent, or mental health conditions. This area remains unrepresented in the narrative.

Present on Screen

Centers the Jewish experience and the aftermath of the Holocaust.
Provides a nuanced critique of Western legal and judicial institutions.
Grants the protagonist ability to act, moving beyond traditional victim narratives.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and non-straight characters.
Provides no visibility for characters with physical or mental disabilities.
Focuses heavily on a male-driven narrative with limited female character arcs.

Official Synopsis

In the late 1960s, when the young Jewish businessman’s son Victor Dessauer fails to secure just punishment for the Nazi concentration camp commandant who tortured his parents, he resolves to take the law into his own hands.

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