
NXT TakeOver: Respect
2015

Representation Score
Fair
2016
TV-PGDirector
Paul Levesque
Runtime
120 minutes
Average Rating
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NXT TakeOver: The End showcases athletic storytelling that emphasizes physical prowess and a global cast of performers. By featuring a diverse group of international athletes, the production avoids the pitfall of relying solely on a homogeneous cast. However, the broadcast remains confined within a commercial framework. While women are highlighted through their competitive achievements, the event does not delve deeply into stories involving LGBTQ+ identities or disabilities. Overall, the production serves as a celebration of established professional wrestling traditions rather than a vehicle for social change.
Category Breakdown
The broadcast does not feature explicit stories focused on non-binary or LGBTQ+ identities. There are no characters whose arcs suggest they are part of the LGBTQ+ community, and there is no critique of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.
Female athletes play key roles in high-stakes competitions, showing strong physical abilities. The matches for the NXT Women’s Championship highlight women as main characters, breaking away from the idea that women are passive in such settings.
The roster includes performers from Japanese and many other global backgrounds, showcasing a wide range of ethnicities. These diverse identities are central to the event's portrayal of a globally connected athletic world.
The event follows traditional sports entertainment structures and upholds typical competitive rankings. It promotes the idea that success comes from hard work and talent, rather than challenging Western cultural norms.
There is no visible or intentional representation of neurological differences or physical disabilities. The performers and the stories do not include these identities.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
NXT TakeOver: The End is an upcoming professional wrestling show in the NXT TakeOver series is scheduled to take place on June 8, 2016. It will be produced by WWE, showcasing its NXT division, and will stream live on the WWE Network. It will take place in the Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida.

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