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Albert

Name: Albert
Director: Max Lang
Released: 2016
Duration: 42 min

Representation Score

2.6/10

Limited

2016

TV-G

Director

Max Lang

Runtime

42 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Albert is a traditional animated fable that follows a classic hero's journey. The plot prioritizes personal ambition and the preservation of seasonal traditions through a group of anthropomorphic flora. The film relies on conventional character archetypes and standard clichés common to family animation. It lacks the complexity needed to explore social or systemic issues. Ultimately, the story focuses on individual destiny and friendship, avoiding deeper explorations of social or systemic identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Albert have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on the personal ambitions of anthropomorphic plants. There are no depictions of same-sex relationships or characters with non-traditional gender identities.

How does Albert portray gender?

Fair

The cast includes a female-coded palm tree named Maisie, contributing to a balanced dynamic. However, the characters follow traditional gender roles without challenging gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Albert?

Limited

Set in the fictional Empire City, the cast features various plant species. The story does not explore racial or ethnic diversity within the urban setting.

How does Albert represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film centers on traditional Western Christmas celebrations. It emphasizes seasonal customs and fame without deconstructing cultural norms.

Does Albert include disability representation?

Minimal

The narrative does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities. There is no mention of neurodivergence or chronic health conditions.

Present on Screen

Features a balanced ensemble of diverse plant species.
Includes a female-coded character named Maisie.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender identities.
Does not address disability, neurodivergence, or chronic health conditions.
Relies on traditional Western holiday clichés without cultural deconstruction.
Fails to explore racial or ethnic diversity within the urban setting.

Official Synopsis

Albert is the story of a tiny Douglas fir tree named Albert who has big dreams of becoming Empire City's most famous Christmas tree. When the search for this year's tree is announced, Albert believes he has found his calling and hits the road with his two best friends, Maisie the persistently positive plam tree, and Gene the abrasive and blisteringly honest weed, to fulfill his destiny. With a few prickly situations along the way, and Cactus Pete out to stop him, Albert learns the true meaning of Christmas.

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