How to Train Your Dragon: Homecoming
2019
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How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
Representation Score
3.9/10
Limited
2019
PGDirector
Dean DeBlois
Runtime
104 minutes
Average Rating
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The film stands out by breaking down traditional hero archetypes and emphasizing emotional intelligence over physical prowess. Astrid’s role as a tactical peer challenges traditional gender roles. However, the narrative remains socially conservative. It maintains a homogeneous cultural setting and a simple moral framework without exploring diverse identities or experiences. Overall, the film focuses on nuanced emotional themes rather than broad demographic representation.
Category Breakdown
Does How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World have LGBTQ+ representation?
The story follows a traditional framework where everyone is assumed to be straight. There is no queer subtext in the romantic relationship between Hiccup and Astrid.
How does How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World portray gender?
Astrid is a strong, competent peer to Hiccup, challenging the idea that men are always in charge. The film highlights the importance of emotional intelligence and diplomacy over brute force.
How racially and ethnically diverse is How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World?
The film features a predominantly white, homogeneous Viking setting. There is no effort to include actors from diverse ethnic backgrounds.
How does How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World represent religion and culture?
The film critiques the hunting and commodification of dragons. It explores the balance between progress and preserving traditions through the theme of letting go.
Does How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World include disability representation?
The characters have physical scars and adaptations, but there is no focus on neurodivergence or chronic illnesses. The bond with Toothless symbolizes reliance and companionship.
Present on Screen
- Highlights the value of emotional intelligence over physical strength in leadership.
- Features female characters as strong, tactical peers rather than secondary figures.
- Provides a sophisticated critique of exploitation and the commodification of nature.
Limited or Absent
- Lacks LGBTQ+ representation or inclusion of non-straight identities.
- Maintains a homogeneous cultural identity with limited ethnic diversity.
- Does not address disability through the lens of lived experience.
Official Synopsis
As Hiccup fulfills his dream of creating a peaceful dragon utopia, Toothless’ discovery of an untamed, elusive mate draws the Night Fury away. When danger mounts at home and Hiccup’s reign as village chief is tested, both dragon and rider must make impossible decisions to save their kind.
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