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Private Aleksandr Matrosov

Name: Private Aleksandr Matrosov
Director: Leonid Lukov
Released: 1947
Duration: 92 min

Representation Score

3.5/10

Limited

1947

K-16

Director

Leonid Lukov

Runtime

92 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Private Aleksandr Matrosov exemplifies mid-century state realism. The film's narrative structure reinforces national cohesion and ideological unity, avoiding exploration of diverse identities. While the film lacks diversity in terms of gender, race, and LGBTQ+ representation, it effectively conveys the state-driven, secularist, and anti-capitalist values of the Soviet era. It prioritizes collective identity over individual ability to act, using the protagonist's sacrifice to support a specific ideological framework.

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Category Breakdown

Does Private Aleksandr Matrosov have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any non-straight relationships or same-sex intimacy. It focuses solely on traditional masculine bonds and national duty.

How does Private Aleksandr Matrosov portray gender?

Limited

The story emphasizes strict gender hierarchies, with male soldiers as the main agents of history. Women are limited to secondary or domestic roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Private Aleksandr Matrosov?

Limited

The cast is predominantly made up of the same ethnic group, reflecting the specific Soviet units depicted. There is no intentional mixing of diverse ethnic groups.

How does Private Aleksandr Matrosov represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The film promotes state-sanctioned secularism and atheism. It portrays the conflict as a struggle between socialism and fascist aggression.

Does Private Aleksandr Matrosov include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no meaningful depiction of neurodivergence or physical disabilities. Characters are shown through the lens of physical perfection and martial utility.

Present on Screen

Strong alignment with the era's specific ideological and secularist framework.
Effective portrayal of collective identity and duty to the state.

Limited or Absent

No representation of non-straight relationships or same-sex intimacy.
Women have minimal ability to act and remain in secondary roles.
No depiction of neurodivergent or physically disabled characters.

Official Synopsis

The film is about the exploit of a nineteen-year-old soldier of the Great Patriotic War - Alexander Matrosov, who covered the embrasure of the enemy's bunker with his body.

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