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Rowdy Ronda Rousey

Name: Rowdy Ronda Rousey
Director: Nadine Mundo, Rena Mundo Croshere
Released: 2014
Duration: 15 min

Representation Score

3.9/10

Limited

2014

TV-G

Director

Nadine Mundo, Rena Mundo Croshere

Runtime

15 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Rowdy Ronda Rousey is a powerful film that showcases the rise of female athletes in combat sports. It highlights the physical and strategic abilities of women in a traditionally male-dominated field. However, the film's scope is limited. While it effectively challenges traditional gender roles, it does not extensively explore issues related to race, ethnicity, LGBTQ+ identities, or disabilities. The film focuses primarily on gender-related achievements.

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Category Breakdown

Does Rowdy Ronda Rousey have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any visible LGBTQ+ characters or stories related to non-straight or non-cisgender identities.

How does Rowdy Ronda Rousey portray gender?

Excellent

The documentary highlights the breaking down of traditional gender roles in combat sports through the success of female athletes like Ronda Rousey. It emphasizes the physical strength and strategic skills of women in a traditionally male-dominated field.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Rowdy Ronda Rousey?

Fair

The film focuses on gender achievements without delving into the racial or ethnic backgrounds of the athletes involved. It does not provide specific details about the racial composition of the supporting fighters.

How does Rowdy Ronda Rousey represent religion and culture?

Good

The film challenges the idea that certain fields are inherently masculine by showcasing the rise of female athletes in combat sports.

Does Rowdy Ronda Rousey include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict physical or cognitive disabilities among the athletes featured.

Present on Screen

Challenges traditional gender roles in combat sports.
Emphasizes the physical and strategic abilities of female athletes.
Presents a transformative figure in the world of combat sports.

Limited or Absent

Could include more information about the racial and ethnic diversity of the athletes.
Lacks representation or narratives about LGBTQ+ identities.
Does not address or portray physical or cognitive disabilities.

Official Synopsis

On Feb. 23, 2013, Ronda Rousey made history by becoming the UFC's first female bantamweight champion. After locking up her signature arm bar on Liz Carmouche, Rousey became the No. 1 female fighter in the world, and she has been on the rise ever since. Where did this force of nature come from? And how high can Rousey go? The film takes an inside look at that fight and how Rousey's ascension is paving the way for female fighters.

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