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WWE NXT Takeover: Chicago

WWE NXT Takeover: Chicago

Representation Score

5.5/10

Fair

2017

Runtime

144 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

WWE NXT Takeover: Chicago emphasizes physical spectacle and competitive hierarchy over innovative narrative experimentation. While the event showcases diverse global talent and female performers, it avoids challenging established social norms. The presentation adheres to conventional sports-entertainment structures, highlighting individual merit and traditional athletic competition without delving into multi-layered or subversive storytelling. Ultimately, the broadcast serves as a standard example of its genre, avoiding both overt stereotypes and deep sociopolitical engagement.

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Category Breakdown

Does WWE NXT Takeover: Chicago have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The broadcast does not include visible representations of non-binary or transgender individuals. It does not focus on LGBTQ+ relationships or intimacy as key elements of the story, sticking to traditional heterosexual norms.

How does WWE NXT Takeover: Chicago portray gender?

Fair

Women are featured prominently through high-profile matches and segments like the Mae Young Classic. They play significant roles in driving the story through their athletic prowess, though the presentation follows traditional sports entertainment clichés.

How racially and ethnically diverse is WWE NXT Takeover: Chicago?

Good

The roster includes performers from various ethnic backgrounds around the world, such as Aleister Black. Diversity is shown through international athletic talent rather than addressing sociopolitical issues.

How does WWE NXT Takeover: Chicago represent religion and culture?

Limited

The event operates within the context of Western entertainment culture, emphasizing individual achievement and physical dominance. It upholds traditional structures of organized competition and merit-based hierarchies.

Does WWE NXT Takeover: Chicago include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no significant presence of performers dealing with visible or invisible disabilities. The focus remains solely on able-bodied athletic performance.

Present on Screen

  • Prominent inclusion of women through high-profile matches and segments like the Mae Young Classic.
  • A roster featuring athletes from various ethnic backgrounds.
  • Female performers have significant physical ability to act and competitive parity.

Limited or Absent

  • Lack of visible representation for LGBTQ+ identities or non-binary narratives.
  • Absence of characters or performers dealing with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
  • Failure to engage in deeper storytelling that reflects multiple aspects of identity or sociopolitical commentary.

Official Synopsis

NXT TakeOver: Chicago is an upcoming professional wrestling show in the NXT TakeOver series that will take place on May 20, 2017, at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois.The event will be produced by WWE for its NXT brand and will be streamed live on the WWE Network.

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