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Fairy-Tales of an Old Magician

Name: Fairy-Tales of an Old Magician
Director: Natalya Zbandut
Released: 1984
Duration: 133 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

1984

Director

Natalya Zbandut

Runtime

133 minutes

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Fairy-Tales of an Old Magician follows a traditional folklore structure from the mid-1980s. The plot emphasizes classical gender roles and straight-centered romance, offering little space for exploring modern identities. The film operates within a localized, homogeneous fantasy setting that aligns with the era's casting and thematic conventions. It prioritizes a classic fairy-tale arc over challenging social hierarchies or including diverse perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Fairy-Tales of an Old Magician have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story focuses on a conventional romantic relationship between a princess and a traveling prince. It uses traditional fairy-tale clichés without showing any non-cisgender identities.

How does Fairy-Tales of an Old Magician portray gender?

Fair

The plot follows traditional hierarchies, where a cursed princess and a prince who acts as a catalyst are central. The female antagonist is portrayed through malice rather than having a significant role in driving the story.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Fairy-Tales of an Old Magician?

Limited

The setting is a fantasy kingdom that seems to follow homogeneous casting standards. There is no indication of multi-ethnic ensembles or actors from different backgrounds.

How does Fairy-Tales of an Old Magician represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film uses a traditional moral framework found in folklore. The themes focus on destiny and monarchy without addressing systemic or institutional issues.

Does Fairy-Tales of an Old Magician include disability representation?

Minimal

The narrative does not mention any characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent traits. Therefore, no assessment of disability representation can be made.

Present on Screen

Follows a clear, traditional folklore structure typical of mid-1980s fantasy.

Limited or Absent

Does not include representation of non-cisgender identities or diverse gender roles.
Uses homogeneous casting and lacks multi-ethnic or racial diversity.
Does not provide systemic critique or complex, multi-layered character development.

Official Synopsis

A princess is born to the king and queen of a fairy-tale kingdom. The wicked witch, who resents not having been invited to the princess's birthday party, curses her: on the day the princess turns 16, she will be pricked by the spindle of a spinning wheel and fall into eternal sleep. The king orders that all spinning wheels in the kingdom be destroyed and the number 16 be taken out of use. However, a young traveling prince arrives, bringing a curse with him.

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