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Klim Voroshilov-2 Tank

Name: Klim Voroshilov-2 Tank
Director: Igor Sheshukov
Released: 1990
Duration: 99 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

1990

Director

Igor Sheshukov

Runtime

99 minutes

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Klim Voroshilov-2 Tank is a war adventure that emphasizes historical realism and collective survival. The narrative centers on a 'motley crew' of soldiers and civilians united by a mechanical goal, providing a slight break from standard military homogeneity. However, the film follows traditional storytelling rather than progressive identity politics. It lacks intentional characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity, focusing instead on the localized struggle of the 1941 Soviet retreat. Ultimately, the work serves as a period piece where state identity and military competence take precedence over challenging social hierarchies.

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Category Breakdown

Does Klim Voroshilov-2 Tank have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-straight or non-cisgender identities. The story stays within a traditional military and survivalist framework.

How does Klim Voroshilov-2 Tank portray gender?

Limited

The plot revolves around Sergeant Mamin and a predominantly male military structure. Civilians are part of the story, but the main drivers are masculine leadership and technical skills.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Klim Voroshilov-2 Tank?

Fair

The story likely reflects the multi-ethnic makeup of the 1941 Red Army. However, it emphasizes national identity over detailed ethnic diversity.

How does Klim Voroshilov-2 Tank represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film examines the collapse of state stability through a fragmented, situational survivalism. It focuses on a specific Eastern geopolitical context rather than ideological critiques.

Does Klim Voroshilov-2 Tank include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available about the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent characters in this work.

Present on Screen

The 'motley crew' cliché brings a diverse mix of soldiers and civilians into the narrative.
The historical setting accurately reflects the multi-ethnic reality of the Soviet Red Army.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight narratives.
The narrative relies on a male-dominated hierarchy typical of the war genre.
There is no evidence of nuanced ethnic or multi-layered character development.

Official Synopsis

In July 1941 during the retreat of Soviet troops Sgt. Mamin tries to rescue his Soviet heavy tank KV-2, which has fallen into a river. He gathers a motley crew of soldiers and civilians and readies the tank for battle.

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