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Feel the Motion

Name: Feel the Motion
Director: Wolfgang Büld
Released: 1985
Duration: 97 min

Representation Score

3.9/10

Limited

1985

Director

Wolfgang Büld

Runtime

97 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Feel the Motion serves as a musical time capsule of 1985, driven by the real-world diversity of the pop industry rather than a scripted narrative. While it features a female protagonist and a global array of performers, the representation is a byproduct of the era's entertainment landscape. The film lacks the narrative depth to challenge social hierarchies. It functions more as a variety showcase than a tool for progressive systemic change, reflecting the cultural norms of its time.

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Category Breakdown

Does Feel the Motion have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film highlights various musical artists from the era. While pop icons offer a platform for different identities, there is no clear evidence of narratives or scenes suggesting same-sex relationships.

How does Feel the Motion portray gender?

Fair

The story centers around Tina, a female protagonist pursuing professional success. However, gender dynamics seem secondary to the musical performance, with limited evidence of challenging traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Feel the Motion?

Fair

International stars like Meat Loaf and German artists like Falco bring ethnic diversity. The casting reflects 1980s European television norms rather than intentional diversity that considers multiple aspects of identity.

How does Feel the Motion represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film celebrates Western success stories and the dream of stardom. It presents a mix of cultures but does not critique Western institutions or religious structures.

Does Feel the Motion include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no documented evidence of the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities within this musical compilation.

Present on Screen

Highlights a female protagonist driven by professional ambition.
Includes a diverse array of international musical talent and pop icons.

Limited or Absent

Lacks intentional diversity that considers multiple aspects of identity.
Does not engage in critiques of Western cultural or religious structures.

Official Synopsis

Young Tina has a big dream, she wants to become a successful pop singer. That's why she tries her luck in the music show 'Formel Eins'. There she meets all kinds of stars like Falco, Meat Loaf, Die Toten Hosen and Pia Zadora and of course the presenter Ingolf Lück. The result is a colorful mix-up and the question arises as to whether Tina can make her dream come true.

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