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God Is Alive

Name: God Is Alive
Director: Philip Gardiner
Released: 2017
Duration: 65 min

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2017

TV-14

Director

Philip Gardiner

Runtime

65 minutes

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God Is Alive primarily serves as a theological exploration of the nature of a creator. While it delves into religious pluralism by looking at Christianity, Judaism, and Islam, its scope is limited to faith rather than social identity. The documentary does not have the structure needed to address diverse representations. It does not challenge traditional social hierarchies or explore the experiences of underrepresented groups. Overall, the film fosters a platform for multi-faith perspectives but remains focused on belief systems rather than social or cultural critique.

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Category Breakdown

Does God Is Alive have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any visible LGBTQ+ identities or narratives that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does God Is Alive portray gender?

Fair

The narrative focuses on the concept of a creator and faith. It does not provide any information about gendered power dynamics or the breakdown of traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is God Is Alive?

Fair

The film promotes cross-cultural understanding by exploring how different cultures view the divine. However, it does not provide specific details about casting actors from diverse backgrounds or featuring diverse interviewees.

How does God Is Alive represent religion and culture?

Fair

The documentary examines the intersection of faith and belief through comparative theology. It does not explicitly critique Western institutions or organized religion as oppressive structures.

Does God Is Alive include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not provide any evidence regarding the portrayal of physical disabilities, neurodivergence, or mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

Promotes cross-cultural dialogue by examining varied religious perspectives.
Engages with a broad range of global belief systems including Judaism and Islam.

Limited or Absent

Lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities and narratives.
Does not address gendered power dynamics or the breakdown of traditional gender roles.
Provides no insight into disability representation or neurodivergence.
Does not offer a critique of institutional religious structures.

Official Synopsis

Did we come from the mind of a creator or from nothing? Many create concepts of what God actually means and believe it to be the one defined by Christians, Jews or Muslims. It's a simple question of faith.

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