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Land

Name: Land
Director: Babak Jalali
Released: 2018
Duration: 111 min

Representation Score

3.0/10

Limited

2018

Director

Babak Jalali

Runtime

111 minutes

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Babak Jalali’s *Land* is a minimalist character study that prioritizes atmosphere and existential themes over social identity politics. By using an Iranian creative team, it challenges Western-centric cinematic norms. However, its focus on slow cinema and observational stillness means it does not engage much with social categories such as gender, disability, or LGBTQ+ identities. Ultimately, while it offers a nuanced cultural perspective, its limited engagement with other key demographics keeps its diversity profile narrow.

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Category Breakdown

Does Land have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or stories, focusing instead on a solitary journey that doesn't explore queer identities.

How does Land portray gender?

Fair

Gender roles are not prominently featured due to the film's minimal structure. The emphasis on stillness over dialogue leads to a neutral portrayal of gender.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Land?

Good

The film provides meaningful representation by featuring an Iranian cast and crew, offering a non-stereotypical, nuanced look that challenges Anglo-centric dominance.

How does Land represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative avoids structured Western religious teachings, emphasizing the quietude of nature and the periphery over mainstream social structures.

Does Land include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not address visible or invisible disabilities. Character arcs do not incorporate neurodivergence or physical disabilities as central elements.

Present on Screen

Offers meaningful cultural specificity through an Iranian cast and crew.
Challenges Anglo-centric narrative dominance in global cinema.
Avoids stereotypical formulas through a nuanced, minimalist approach.

Limited or Absent

Does not actively engage with LGBTQ+ identities or narratives.
Does not represent neurodivergence or physical disabilities.
Gender roles remain peripheral and lack character-driven exploration.

Official Synopsis

The Yellow Eagle family are Native American and live on the Prairie Wolf Indian Reservation. News reaches them that Floyd, the youngest son of the family, has died during military service in Afghanistan. The waiting begins to get his body back to the Reservation to be buried.

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