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Legions

Name: Legions
Director: Fabián Forte
Released: 2022
Duration: 88 min

Representation Score

6.2/10

Good

2022

Director

Fabián Forte

Runtime

88 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Legions sets its story in Argentina and incorporates shamanistic themes to break away from typical Western horror conventions. This creates a backdrop for cultural and spiritual diversity that goes beyond usual genre standards. However, the film lacks clear details about character identities and the overlapping aspects of their identities. Relying on a singular legendary figure leads to ambiguity about gender dynamics and the portrayal of diverse life experiences. While the theme of institutionalization offers a chance to discuss mental health issues, the story risks falling into clichés that reduce characters to mere plot devices.

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Category Breakdown

Does Legions have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

There are no LGBTQ+ characters or stories about non-cisgender identities in the film. It doesn't challenge the idea that everyone is assumed to be straight.

How does Legions portray gender?

Fair

The main character's gender isn't specified, making it unclear how male and female characters interact. The focus on a legendary figure follows traditional hero roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Legions?

Fair

Setting the story in Argentina shifts the narrative away from Anglo-Saxon viewpoints. Including a shaman highlights non-Western spiritual practices and beliefs.

How does Legions represent religion and culture?

Good

Focusing on a shaman emphasizes alternative spiritual practices rather than Western religions. The asylum setting allows for criticism of established institutions.

Does Legions include disability representation?

Fair

The protagonist's confinement in an asylum brings up themes of mental health and institutionalization. However, there's a risk that the character might just serve as a plot device.

Present on Screen

The Argentinian setting provides a non-Western perspective.
Shamanistic elements introduce diverse cultural and spiritual beliefs.
The asylum setting allows for a critique of institutional systems.

Limited or Absent

No clear representation of LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities.
Uncertainty around gender dynamics and character's ability to drive the story.
Risk of using mental health themes through clichéd plot devices.

Official Synopsis

While evil forces descend on Argentina, humanity’s best hope, a once-legendary shaman is confined to an insane asylum, powerless to avert the demonic resurrection.

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