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Above the Best

Name: Above the Best
Director: David Salzberg, Christian Tureaud
Released: 2019
Duration: 80 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

2019

Director

David Salzberg, Christian Tureaud

Runtime

80 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Above the Best is a traditional documentary that celebrates the bravery and technical proficiency of Army Aviators. It highlights the camaraderie and collective protection essential to combat operations. The film reinforces established social structures and institutional loyalty, focusing on the heroism and duty of soldiers. It does not explore non-traditional gender roles or diverse personal narratives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Above the Best have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on the operational realities of Army Aviation. There is no exploration of LGBTQ+ identities or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Above the Best portray gender?

Limited

The narrative emphasizes traditional masculine roles of heroism and strength. Female aviators are present but the focus is on combat effectiveness and conventional leadership roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Above the Best?

Fair

The subjects likely reflect the diverse demographics of the modern US Army. However, the film does not highlight the intersection of race and personal experiences.

How does Above the Best represent religion and culture?

Limited

The documentary celebrates Western values like patriotism and duty. It portrays the military as a cohesive, positive force without engaging in cultural critiques.

Does Above the Best include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence regarding the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities. The subjects are defined by their physical fitness and operational capability.

Present on Screen

Offers a focused look at the technical skills and bravery of military aviators.
Highlights the intense camaraderie and collective protection in combat operations.

Limited or Absent

Lacks exploration of non-straight or non-cisgender identities.
Reinforces traditional masculine roles without presenting a broad range of gender roles.
Does not engage with multi-layered racial dynamics or cultural critiques.

Official Synopsis

Army Aviators say they fly "above the best" see the lengths these heroes will go to, to protect the soldiers on the ground, and each other during intense combat in the most dangerous places on Earth.

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