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Midway

Midway

Representation Score

0.3/10

Minimal

2019

PG-13

Director

Roland Emmerich

Runtime

138 minutes

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Midway is a traditional historical epic that focuses on the accuracy of events during the 1942 Pacific Theater. It reconstructs the battle while emphasizing the institutional structures of the time. The film's narrative reinforces traditional social hierarchies and adheres to conventional war genre formulas. It celebrates the military's role in maintaining national sovereignty and discipline. Overall, the film serves to honor the historical context and military achievements of the period.

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Category Breakdown

Does Midway have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any non-straight or non-cisgender identities. There are no representations of same-sex relationships or gender diversity.

How does Midway portray gender?

Minimal

Men play central roles in driving the plot through their positions as officers and pilots. Women are shown primarily in supporting or domestic roles, reinforcing traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Midway?

Limited

The cast is mainly white and Anglo-Saxon, reflecting the Navy leadership of the time. There is no attempt to include diverse perspectives or cast actors from different backgrounds.

How does Midway represent religion and culture?

Minimal

This patriotic film emphasizes the American military and its institutions without questioning its underlying structures or religious foundations. It celebrates the military's role in upholding national sovereignty.

Does Midway include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Any physical injuries are presented solely as a result of combat, without being used to develop characters further.

Present on Screen

  • Accurately portrays the institutional structures of the 1940s US Navy.
  • Focuses on the technical and strategic intelligence of the Battle of Midway.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not represent non-straight or non-cisgender identities.
  • Women have limited roles and are often sidelined.
  • Lacks diverse racial perspectives among the main characters.
  • Does not explore neurodivergence or the experiences of disabled individuals.

Official Synopsis

The story of the Battle of Midway, and the leaders and soldiers who used their instincts, fortitude and bravery to overcome massive odds.

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