
Above Us the Waves
1955

Representation Score
Minimal
1955
ApprovedDirector
José Ferrer
Runtime
97 minutes
Average Rating
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The Cockleshell Heroes is a classic mid-century biographical war drama that emphasizes historical accuracy and traditional institutional values. Its narrative structure highlights military cohesion and the execution of state orders, serving as a faithful representation of its 1942 setting. However, the film does not engage with multi-layered identities or disrupt established cultural norms.
Category Breakdown
The film centers on a male military unit and does not include any LGBTQ+ identities or stories that challenge traditional gender norms.
The movie features an all-male cast that reinforces traditional gender roles without providing any strong female characters or challenging gender stereotypes.
The cast is mainly composed of white actors, reflecting the historical makeup of the Royal Navy. The film lacks diverse casting to represent a variety of backgrounds.
The film promotes patriotism and military discipline, emphasizing traditional Western values of duty and national service through institutional authority.
There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The characters are defined solely by their physical abilities needed for commando operations.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
During WW2, German ships are "safely" docked upriver at Bordeaux, but the British send a team of kayakers to attack them.

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