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Doraemon: Nobita and the Haunts of Evil

Name: Doraemon: Nobita and the Haunts of Evil
Director: Hideo Nishimaki
Released: 1982
Duration: 92 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

1982

Director

Hideo Nishimaki

Runtime

92 minutes

Average Rating

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This 1982 adventure follows a traditional narrative structure common for its time. It depends on clear moral contrasts and conventional social structures to advance the plot within a fantasy world. The film presents a classic heroic journey. Although it uses diverse locations like the Congo, these places function as mere backdrops for the adventure rather than opportunities for cultural exploration. Overall, the production favors a homogeneous cast and traditional gender roles. It does not aim to challenge established stereotypes or offer nuanced portrayals of underrepresented groups.

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Category Breakdown

Does Doraemon: Nobita and the Haunts of Evil have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-straight relationships. The focus is on a typical group of children without any queer undertones.

How does Doraemon: Nobita and the Haunts of Evil portray gender?

Limited

The story centers around male characters who engage in physical conflicts and make key decisions. Shizuka, while important, has a traditional supporting role.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Doraemon: Nobita and the Haunts of Evil?

Fair

The cast is mostly made up of characters from similar backgrounds, reflecting the Japanese production context. Adventure settings like the Congo serve as backdrops without delving into complex racial issues.

How does Doraemon: Nobita and the Haunts of Evil represent religion and culture?

Limited

The storyline adheres to a straightforward good-versus-evil theme. It emphasizes community and social order without examining moral ambiguity or systemic issues.

Does Doraemon: Nobita and the Haunts of Evil include disability representation?

Minimal

The main characters are portrayed as fully capable individuals driving the plot. There are no characters with visible or hidden disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film includes a key female character, Shizuka, as part of the main group.
It uses various geographic settings, such as the Congo, to broaden the scope of the adventure.

Limited or Absent

The story lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight character dynamics.
Gender roles are traditional, with male characters leading physical confrontations and critical decisions.
There are no characters with visible or hidden disabilities to provide nuanced development.
The cast is predominantly from similar backgrounds, missing opportunities for deeper racial and ethnic diversity.

Official Synopsis

Nobita and Doraemon venture to the Heavy Smokers Forest in the Congo, where they find a stray dog and a giant statue. After discovering that they are wanted for trespassing on isolated kingdom land, Nobita and the rest must utilize the power of the mysterious statue to prove their worth.

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