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Raise the Titanic

Name: Raise the Titanic
Director: Jerry Jameson
Released: 1980
Duration: 115 min

Representation Score

0.5/10

Minimal

1980

Director

Jerry Jameson

Runtime

115 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Raise the Titanic is a conventional adventure film that emphasizes traditional adventure themes over social or identity-based innovation. The film centers on a homogeneous male ensemble to propel the plot forward, avoiding any significant engagement with diverse identities or cultural critiques. The narrative structure adheres to established hierarchies and traditional cinematic standards of the early 1980s, focusing on adventure rather than social commentary.

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Category Breakdown

Does Raise the Titanic have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight relationships. It follows a traditional focus on straight relationships.

How does Raise the Titanic portray gender?

Limited

Women have very limited roles and do not play a significant part in driving the story. Men dominate the narrative with their actions and decisions.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Raise the Titanic?

Minimal

The cast is predominantly white and lacks characters from diverse racial backgrounds. There are no characters of color who play key roles in the story.

How does Raise the Titanic represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story revolves around a capitalist pursuit of wealth and rare minerals. It aligns closely with Western ideas of business and maritime law.

Does Raise the Titanic include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any visible or invisible disabilities. All characters are shown as physically capable of performing high-risk salvage operations.

Present on Screen

The film effectively uses traditional adventure themes to create a compelling maritime storyline.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks meaningful representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight characters.
Women are underrepresented and do not play a significant role in driving the story.
The cast lacks racial and ethnic diversity, remaining largely homogeneous.
There is no depiction of neurodivergence, chronic illness, or physical disabilities.
The narrative lacks cultural critique, relying on standard capitalist motivations for its plot.

Official Synopsis

To obtain a supply of a rare mineral, a ship raising operation is conducted for the only known source, the Titanic.

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