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Mayday

Name: Mayday
Director: Massimiliano Cerchi
Released: 2019
Duration: 76 min

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

2019

Director

Massimiliano Cerchi

Runtime

76 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Mayday functions as a conventional survival-horror thriller that emphasizes genre clichés over diverse storytelling. The narrative structure relies on the archetype of the capable male protector to advance the plot during the mid-air crisis. While the setting suggests a cosmopolitan environment, the film lacks evidence of diverse casting or deep character development regarding identity. It operates within a standard framework of systemic stability versus an external threat, offering little subversion of social hierarchies.

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Category Breakdown

Does Mayday have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or stories. The plot revolves around survival techniques and does not explore same-sex relationships or non-binary gender identities.

How does Mayday portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on a male Air Marshal, adhering to traditional male protector roles. Female passengers are mentioned but do not have significant roles or challenge gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Mayday?

Limited

Although the film features a flight path between Los Angeles and London, there is no confirmation of a diverse cast. It follows a typical ensemble structure common in horror films.

How does Mayday represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative follows a Western thriller format centered on individual heroism. It does not provide diverse cultural perspectives or challenge Western institutions.

Does Mayday include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not mention or portray any characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film sets itself in a high-stakes, cosmopolitan environment that naturally supports an ensemble cast.

Limited or Absent

The narrative heavily depends on traditional gender clichés, focusing on male heroism over diverse character roles.
There is a lack of visible representation for LGBTQ+ identities and various racial or ethnic backgrounds.
The story adheres to standard Western thriller structures without exploring broader cultural or systemic perspectives.

Official Synopsis

During a flight from Los Angeles to London, frequent power outages lead to passengers mysteriously disappearing one by one. With the remaining passengers lives on the line, an Air Marshal (Michael Pare) jumps into action while he tries to determine what is going on.

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