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Ejen Ali: The Movie

Name: Ejen Ali: The Movie
Director: Muhammad Usamah Zaid
Released: 2019
Duration: 97 min

Representation Score

5.0/10

Fair

2019

TV-G

Director

Muhammad Usamah Zaid

Runtime

97 minutes

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Ejen Ali: The Movie succeeds in bringing a Southeast Asian perspective to the sci-fi genre, featuring a predominantly Malay cast. This shifts the focus away from the usual Western-centric narratives. One of the film's strongest points is its portrayal of female characters. They are shown as powerful, capable fighters who play a significant role in driving the story, challenging traditional stereotypes of women in action films. However, the narrative remains rooted in conventional values. It emphasizes the stability of organized authority and institutional duty rather than questioning systemic power structures or exploring radical moral viewpoints.

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Category Breakdown

Does Ejen Ali: The Movie have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or portray same-sex relationships. The world of Cyberaya is shown through a lens that assumes everyone is straight.

How does Ejen Ali: The Movie portray gender?

Good

Female characters like Alicia are portrayed as strong, physically capable fighters. They play a significant role in driving the story and operate alongside male characters on equal terms in tactical situations.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Ejen Ali: The Movie?

Good

The film centers around a predominantly Malay cast and a Southeast Asian cultural backdrop. This offers a fresh alternative to the typical Western urban setting in science fiction.

How does Ejen Ali: The Movie represent religion and culture?

Limited

The movie upholds traditional values centered around the responsible use of technology. It emphasizes the importance of duty and civic protection within established institutions.

Does Ejen Ali: The Movie include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. These characters are not used as central plot drivers.

Present on Screen

The film brings a Southeast Asian perspective and a Malay cast to the sci-fi genre.
Female characters are depicted as strong, capable fighters who play a significant role in driving the story.
The film challenges traditional gender hierarchies by placing women on equal footing with male characters.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities.
There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
The narrative adheres to traditional institutional values rather than deconstructing systemic power structures.

Official Synopsis

As MATA seeks to upgrade its gadget for all agents, Ali embarks on a mission to stop a plot against Cyberaya but begins to question his loyalty.

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