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Doraemon: New Nobita's Great Demon - Peko and the Exploration Party of Five

Doraemon: New Nobita's Great Demon - Peko and the Exploration Party of Five

Representation Score

2.7/10

Limited

2014

PG

Director

Shinnosuke Yakuwa

Runtime

109 minutes

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The film focuses on a conventional family adventure, emphasizing group cohesion and traditional storytelling clichés. While it introduces themes of displacement through Peko, the inclusion is localized to the plot rather than integrated into the broader social context. Representation is largely archetypal, reinforcing a moral framework of altruism and courage without challenging existing social hierarchies.

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Category Breakdown

Does Doraemon: New Nobita's Great Demon - Peko and the Exploration Party of Five have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. Relationships center around childhood friendships and human-animal bonds.

How does Doraemon: New Nobita's Great Demon - Peko and the Exploration Party of Five portray gender?

Fair

Shizuka embodies traditional feminine traits, emphasizing nurturing qualities and grace. The narrative upholds established gender roles without challenging existing hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Doraemon: New Nobita's Great Demon - Peko and the Exploration Party of Five?

Fair

Diversity is limited to Peko, a character from an African-inspired setting. The rest of the cast remains predominantly homogeneous.

How does Doraemon: New Nobita's Great Demon - Peko and the Exploration Party of Five represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story emphasizes traditional values like loyalty and altruism. It follows a classic hero's journey without delving into systemic or postmodern critiques.

Does Doraemon: New Nobita's Great Demon - Peko and the Exploration Party of Five include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no prominent depictions of visible or invisible disabilities. Characters function within the typical physical capabilities expected in the genre.

Present on Screen

  • Introduces themes of displacement and sovereignty through the character of Peko.
  • Promotes positive values such as communal cooperation, loyalty, and courage.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks diverse character identities beyond the central plot catalyst.
  • Relies on traditional gender roles without challenging social hierarchies.
  • Does not explore LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Nobita is followed by a stray dog on his way home and decides to help it find its original owner with the help of Doraemon. They find out that the dog is actually a prince in its homeland in Africa.

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