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Overrun

Name: Overrun
Director: Josh Tessier
Released: 2021
Duration: 105 min

Representation Score

1.9/10

Minimal

2021

TV-MA

Director

Josh Tessier

Runtime

105 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Overrun operates as a conventional genre piece, leaning heavily into established action and crime clichés. The narrative structure prioritizes individual control and traditional familial motivations over exploring multiple aspects of identity. The film follows a standard hero's journey, using a male protagonist to drive a mission centered around a mysterious object. This approach reinforces traditional gender hierarchies and Western storytelling norms. Ultimately, the film functions within the expected boundaries of its genre, offering little in the way of challenging established norms or providing diverse character perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Overrun have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters who identify as LGBTQ+ or have non-traditional gender identities. The plot follows a traditional military framework without addressing the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Overrun portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on Marcus Lombardi, a male protagonist who plays a significant role in driving the plot. His sister motivates him, but she does not act independently or take control of her own story.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Overrun?

Fair

The name Lombardi suggests Mediterranean or Western heritage, but the cast's racial makeup is not specified. There is no specific evidence of non-white characters.

How does Overrun represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative uses typical Western storytelling clichés about family duty and individual heroism. It adheres to traditional action-thriller formulas without questioning Western institutions.

Does Overrun include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of neurodivergence, physical disabilities, or mental health issues. The context does not provide any information about disability representation.

Present on Screen

The film provides a clear, high-stakes motivation through the protagonist's drive to save his family.

Limited or Absent

The narrative relies on conventional gender hierarchies where female characters primarily motivate male leads.
The film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and individuals with disabilities.
The story adheres to standard Western archetypes without exploring diverse cultural or racial perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Former military extraction specialist Marcus Lombardi, whose only chance of saving his informant sister and their family is to track down a mysterious briefcase.

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