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AEW x NJPW Presents Forbidden Door 2022

Name: AEW x NJPW Presents Forbidden Door 2022
Released: 2022
Duration: 226 min

Representation Score

4.7/10

Fair

2022

Runtime

226 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Forbidden Door 2022 stands out as a model for cross-cultural inclusion by featuring athletes from diverse ethnic backgrounds in key roles. The event successfully disrupts the dominance of Western-centric sports entertainment through its international roster. However, the production lacks depth in addressing LGBTQ+ and disability issues. The focus remains on athletic competition rather than exploring specific social structures and identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does AEW x NJPW Presents Forbidden Door 2022 have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The event does not have a clear focus on LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender expressions. There are no character arcs or same-sex relationships highlighted in the main events.

How does AEW x NJPW Presents Forbidden Door 2022 portray gender?

Fair

Women's championship matches challenge the male-dominated landscape, but the overall narrative focuses on male-driven competitions and masculine physical dominance.

How racially and ethnically diverse is AEW x NJPW Presents Forbidden Door 2022?

Excellent

The production showcases a diverse, multi-ethnic roster with athletes from Japan, Mexico, and other countries playing key roles that challenge traditional Western sports norms.

How does AEW x NJPW Presents Forbidden Door 2022 represent religion and culture?

Fair

The collaboration promotes internationalism and cultural exchange through various hero and villain archetypes. However, it does not address specific ideological or social issues.

Does AEW x NJPW Presents Forbidden Door 2022 include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no depiction of visible or invisible disabilities. The event does not feature any character arcs focused on neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

The event features a diverse, multi-ethnic roster that challenges Anglo-centric norms.
International collaboration offers meaningful representation for athletes from Japan and Mexico.
The production structure supports a global exchange of cultural archetypes.

Limited or Absent

The event lacks representation or storylines for LGBTQ+ identities.
Narrative power dynamics remain heavily centered on masculine physical dominance.
There is no representation of neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Official Synopsis

AEW x NJPW: Forbidden Door was a co-produced professional wrestling event featuring American promotion AEW and Japanese promotion NJPW. It took place on June 26, 2022 at the United Center in Chicago and featured 13 matches, including 4 on the pre-show. In the main event, Jon Moxley defeated Hiroshi Tanahashi to become the interim AEW World Champion. Other notable matches included Jay White defeating Adam Page, Kazuchika Okada, and Adam Cole in a four-way match to retain the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship, Pac becoming the inaugural AEW All-Atlantic Champion in a four-way match, and Claudio Castagnoli making his AEW debut by defeating Zack Sabre Jr. The event also featured special appearances by Juice Robinson and Katsuyori Shibata.

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