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Szaman

Name: Szaman
Director: Antonio de Santos
Released: 2011
Duration: 91 min

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2011

PG-13

Director

Antonio de Santos

Runtime

91 minutes

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Szaman breaks from typical thriller structures by focusing on two female protagonists. It positions women as active participants in a spiritual transformation rather than passive victims. The exploration of shamanism introduces non-Western spiritual themes, emphasizing a more diverse, subjective worldview. However, the film's impact on multi-layered diversity is unclear due to a lack of specific details about racial casting and LGBTQ+ identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Szaman have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film focuses on two women on a spiritual journey. Their relationship isn't clearly defined, but the film steers away from typical male-dominated thriller plots.

How does Szaman portray gender?

Good

Women are portrayed as active explorers of a spiritual realm rather than passive victims. This highlights their strength and ability to act, challenging traditional genre roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Szaman?

Minimal

There is no information regarding the ethnic backgrounds of the characters. Consequently, the film's impact on racial diversity cannot be determined.

How does Szaman represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film explores shamanism and non-traditional spiritual beliefs, moving away from Western institutional religion towards a more mystical, personal worldview.

Does Szaman include disability representation?

Minimal

The film provides no details concerning the portrayal of physical disabilities or neurodivergence. No information is available to assess this category.

Present on Screen

The film centers women's ability to drive the story in a high-stakes spiritual thriller, breaking genre norms.
It engages with non-Western spiritual frameworks through the exploration of shamanism.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks information on racial and ethnic casting, making it hard to assess cultural diversity.
There is no representation of neurodivergence or physical disabilities.
The specific identities of the protagonists remain undefined, limiting clarity on LGBTQ+ representation.

Official Synopsis

Two women penetrate into a spiritual world, where a shaman will transform himself in the face of terror.

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