You are here:

Ramadan On The Volcano

Name: Ramadan On The Volcano
Director: Ahmed El-Sabawy
Released: 1985
Duration: 120 min

Representation Score

3.6/10

Limited

1985

Director

Ahmed El-Sabawy

Runtime

120 minutes

Average Rating

No ratings yet

New Showbiz Analysis

Ramadan On The Volcano is a mid-1980s comedy that relies heavily on well-established genre clichés. The narrative revolves around a male protagonist's struggle to overcome economic barriers to achieve marriage, reinforcing traditional social structures. While the film touches on themes of class and personal hardship, it does so through a personal lens rather than a systemic one. Characters operate within conventional roles, with the female lead serving more as a catalyst for the male protagonist's actions than as an independent agent. Ultimately, the film lacks the depth or challenge to traditional hierarchies needed for a higher diversity rating, presenting instead a typical regional portrait of its time.

Watch this, not that →

Category Breakdown

Does Ramadan On The Volcano have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film follows traditional romantic storylines focused on heterosexual relationships. It does not include any characters with non-conforming gender identities or narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight.

How does Ramadan On The Volcano portray gender?

Fair

The plot centers around the male protagonist's journey and economic hardships. Although Alia is a key figure, she mainly serves as a passive catalyst for the lead's actions rather than taking a leading role herself.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Ramadan On The Volcano?

Fair

The production likely portrays a homogeneous ethnic setting typical of its region. It reflects the demographic norms of the mid-1980s without showcasing diverse ethnic backgrounds.

How does Ramadan On The Volcano represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story examines economic hardship through the lens of personal struggle. It adheres to conventional social goals rather than providing a broader critique of societal structures or institutions.

Does Ramadan On The Volcano include disability representation?

Minimal

The narrative does not depict any visible or invisible disabilities among the characters.

Present on Screen

Offers a relatable portrayal of economic hardship and the struggle to meet social milestones.
Works effectively within its specific cultural and regional context.

Limited or Absent

Female characters lack independent ability to act, serving mostly as plot catalysts.
Does not challenge or deconstruct traditional gender hierarchies or social norms.
Does not provide a systemic critique of the institutions causing economic disparity.

Official Synopsis

Ramadan is a poor young employee who wants to marry his fiancée Alia but can't afford it. He plans to steal and hide the employees' salary bag, then turn himself in and serve his sentence so that he can get married after. Upon his release, he finds out that another gang stole the money bag.

How are these scores produced? →