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Daddy's Home 2

Name: Daddy's Home 2
Director: Sean Anders
Released: 2017
Duration: 100 min

Representation Score

1.1/10

Minimal

2017

PG-13

Director

Sean Anders

Runtime

100 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Daddy's Home 2 is a traditional studio comedy that emphasizes traditional masculine roles. The narrative centers on the competition between different types of fatherhood, reinforcing established gender hierarchies through comedic rivalry. The film lacks diversity in its cast and characters, focusing on a homogeneous, Anglo-Saxon demographic. This results in a lack of racial, cultural, or LGBTQ+ representation, keeping the story within traditional boundaries. Overall, the film serves to reinforce traditional family structures and social norms without challenging them.

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Category Breakdown

Does Daddy's Home 2 have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any same-sex romantic relationships or characters with non-binary gender identities.

How does Daddy's Home 2 portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around male rivalry and male authority figures. Female characters mainly serve to connect the male characters and do not play a central role in the main conflict.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Daddy's Home 2?

Limited

The cast is predominantly white and middle-class. Characters of color have limited roles and do not significantly influence the story.

How does Daddy's Home 2 represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story celebrates traditional Western family structures and a secular Christmas setting. It promotes a luxurious lifestyle that aligns with conventional aspirations.

Does Daddy's Home 2 include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any visible or invisible disabilities, nor does it include any representation of neurodivergence or physical impairments.

Present on Screen

Explores blended family dynamics through the lens of fatherhood.
Provides a comedic look at different masculine archetypes.

Limited or Absent

Lack of racial and ethnic diversity in casting and character roles.
No representation of LGBTQ+ individuals or non-binary identities.
Minimal representation of disabilities or neurodivergence.
Reliance on traditional gender hierarchies and patriarchal themes.

Official Synopsis

Father and stepfather Dusty and Brad join forces to make Christmastime perfect for the children. Their newfound partnership soon gets put to the test when Dusty's old-school, macho dad and Brad's gentle father arrive to turn the holiday upside down. After a sudden change in plans, the four men decide to take the kids to a luxury resort for a fun-filled getaway that turns into a hilarious and chaotic adventure.

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