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Ivanna

Name: Ivanna
Director: Kimo Stamboel
Released: 2022
Duration: 103 min

Representation Score

4.3/10

Fair

2022

Director

Kimo Stamboel

Runtime

103 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Ivanna is a supernatural thriller that relies on well-known horror conventions and local folklore. The plot revolves around a historical conflict involving a headless Dutch spirit, creating a connection between colonial legacies and local traditions. While the film offers a chance to explore post-colonial themes, the character interactions seem conventional. The protagonist's journey appears to be driven by external supernatural forces rather than independent action or broader societal critiques. Overall, the film focuses on creating an atmosphere of tension and ancestral revenge rather than delving into complex layers of diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Ivanna have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight relationships. The main relationship between Ambar and Dika follows a traditional romantic storyline.

How does Ivanna portray gender?

Fair

Ambar is the central figure, but her role is shaped by a supernatural gift she didn't choose. This suggests her character may have limited control over her own destiny, responding to external forces rather than driving the plot herself.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Ivanna?

Good

The story involves Indonesian characters and a Dutch spirit, providing a platform to examine the impacts of colonial history and the ongoing effects of past occupations through folklore.

How does Ivanna represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film deals with spiritual themes and historical retribution rather than contemporary legal issues. It uses local folklore but does not clearly address colonial institutions.

Does Ivanna include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication of characters dealing with physical, neurodivergent, or mental health disabilities in the narrative.

Present on Screen

The inclusion of a Dutch spirit provides a unique lens to explore the aftermath of colonialism and historical trauma.
The film uses rich local folklore to establish its supernatural tension and moral framework.

Limited or Absent

The female protagonist lacks clear control over her actions, as her decisions are influenced by an unwanted supernatural gift.
The narrative fails to represent LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities.
The story adheres to traditional romantic pairings and conventional genre structures.

Official Synopsis

Ambar & Dika have just begun with a new chapter of life when years-old grudge of a malicious entity unfolds before their eyes. With a gift she unwillingly has, Ambar is now forced to finish the vengeance of the entity, a headless Dutch spirit, Ivanna.

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