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Bible Town

Name: Bible Town
Director: Evan Tramel
Released: 2017
Duration: 80 min

Representation Score

1.1/10

Minimal

2017

16+

Director

Evan Tramel

Runtime

80 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Bible Town operates within a traditional framework that emphasizes religious teachings over social diversity. The narrative structure reinforces established spiritual hierarchies by retelling biblical parables. While the film includes a mix of genders, the characters lack depth beyond their roles as storytellers. The focus remains solely on communal religious values, leaving little room for characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity or the subversion of conventional social norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does Bible Town have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The rainbow hot-air balloon is used as a decorative element without representing any LGBTQ+ identities. There are no characters or dialogues that address non-straight relationships or identities.

How does Bible Town portray gender?

Limited

The main characters include both males and females, but they serve mainly as conduits for religious stories rather than challenging traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Bible Town?

Limited

The film does not provide information about the racial or ethnic makeup of its cast. The narrative focuses on maintaining religious uniformity rather than showcasing a diverse range of ethnicities.

How does Bible Town represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The story centers around promoting a singular interpretation of Christianity, emphasizing traditional morality and scripture without exploring secular or moral relativist viewpoints.

Does Bible Town include disability representation?

Minimal

No characters with visible or invisible disabilities are featured. The narrative does not address neurodivergence or physical impairments.

Present on Screen

Features a balanced mix of male and female characters.

Limited or Absent

Include a wider range of racial and ethnic backgrounds among the characters.
Expand the narrative to incorporate secular or multi-faith perspectives.
Offer more meaningful representation for LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities.
Create characters that challenge traditional gender roles and social norms.

Official Synopsis

Friends Jimmy, Sarah, and Tammy are on their way to Bible Town, a fantastic place full of people who love to share stories from the Bible with anyone who visits. As the three friends journey along in their rainbow hot-air balloon, they tell some Bible stories of their own.

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