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Send It!

Name: Send It!
Director: Andrew Stevens
Released: 2021
Duration: 101 min

Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

2021

Director

Andrew Stevens

Runtime

101 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Send It! follows a conventional adventure-comedy structure that prioritizes traditional storylines over progressive social commentary. The narrative centers on a male protagonist's journey from Texas to a global kiteboarding championship, a framework that often defaults to demographic homogeneity. While the film introduces a proactive female character who provides a departure from passive female archetypes, it still lacks the systemic intentionality needed to disrupt social hierarchies. The focus remains on individual merit and Western notions of success. Ultimately, the film offers a narrow view of character identities and cultural backgrounds, lacking meaningful characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Send It! have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any visible LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. The story revolves around a traditional adventure plot that doesn't address the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Send It! portray gender?

Fair

An edgy, street-smart girl serves as a catalyst for the protagonist's growth. She has a significant role in driving the story, but the narrative remains focused on a male hero's journey.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Send It!?

Limited

The setting's Texas roots suggest a potential for homogeneous depictions common in action-comedies. There is no indication of a multi-ethnic cast or diverse representation.

How does Send It! represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story follows a standard hero's journey toward international competition, reinforcing Western ideas of individual achievement rather than exploring diverse cultural perspectives.

Does Send It! include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The film does not include neurodivergent or physically disabled protagonists.

Present on Screen

The inclusion of a street-smart female character provides a departure from purely passive female archetypes.
The female lead actively challenges the protagonist's development.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and non-cisgender characters.
The narrative relies on traditional Western clichés of individual achievement and meritocracy.
There is no evidence of racial or ethnic diversity within the ensemble.
The story fails to include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Official Synopsis

An extreme sportsman's life forever changes upon departing his simple Texas roots to compete in the world's most prestigious Kiteboarding Championship. Along the way, an edgy street-smart girl challenges him well beyond just kiting.

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