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Troll

Name: Troll
Director: Roar Uthaug
Released: 2022
Duration: 104 min

Representation Score

6.0/10

Good

2022

TV-14

Director

Roar Uthaug

Runtime

104 minutes

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Troll centers female intellectual leadership, offering a fresh perspective on the monster movie genre. Nora's role as a paleontologist provides a sophisticated departure from the 'damsel in distress' archetype, emphasizing scientific rigor over brute force. However, the film maintains a traditional demographic profile. The cast is largely homogeneous, which aligns with the Norwegian setting but limits racial and ethnic diversity. Additionally, there is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or disability-driven narratives, reducing the film's overall inclusivity. Ultimately, the film includes a meaningful environmental subtext. It explores the tension between state authority and natural ecosystems, though it lacks a broader sociopolitical or anti-capitalist critique.

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Category Breakdown

Does Troll have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender. The main character, Nora, has close bonds with her father, reflecting traditional family dynamics.

How does Troll portray gender?

Good

Nora challenges typical genre clichés by serving as the story’s intellectual leader. Her scientific expertise and professional competence take precedence over traditional masculine roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Troll?

Limited

The cast is predominantly of one ethnicity, reflecting the specific Norwegian setting. There is no blending of different racial backgrounds or non-white majority representation.

How does Troll represent religion and culture?

Good

The narrative serves as a cautionary tale about the negative impact of modern industrialization on natural ecosystems. It highlights the disruption of the natural balance caused by human activities.

Does Troll include disability representation?

Fair

There are no prominent characters with visible or invisible disabilities that drive the narrative. The film focuses on human vulnerability to mythological forces rather than addressing neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

Challenges typical gender clichés by positioning a female scientist as the primary intellectual leader.
Highlights professional competence and scientific expertise over traditional masculine brute force.
Includes a meaningful environmental subtext about the impact of industrialization on nature.

Limited or Absent

Maintains a highly homogeneous cast, limiting racial and ethnic diversity.
Does not include representation for LGBTQ+ identities or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth gender narratives.
Does not feature characters with visible or invisible disabilities as central thematic elements.

Official Synopsis

When an explosion in the Norwegian mountains awakens an ancient troll, officials appoint a fearless paleontologist to stop it from wreaking deadly havoc.

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