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Crown Prince of Christmas

Crown Prince of Christmas

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

2022

G

Director

Anthony C. Ferrante

Runtime

85 minutes

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Crown Prince of Christmas functions as a conventional romantic comedy focused on escapism rather than social commentary. The narrative heavily relies on established genre clichés, such as the hidden identity and the contrast between everyday life and royal settings. The film adheres to a traditional storytelling approach, avoiding challenges to existing social hierarchies or utilizing diverse perspectives. Instead, it focuses on romantic resolution and family dynamics. Overall, the production follows a formulaic structure aimed at broad commercial appeal. It does not significantly challenge systemic norms or provide diverse viewpoints beyond its central romantic storyline.

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Category Breakdown

Does Crown Prince of Christmas have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film centers around a romantic relationship between Madison and Sebastian. There is no indication of characters with non-binary or transgender identities, nor does it critique the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Crown Prince of Christmas portray gender?

Fair

Madison faces challenges from her family while serving as the main character. She initiates the central conflict, but the story relies on traditional romantic resolutions and typical gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Crown Prince of Christmas?

Limited

The storyline involves a small European country and a setting in New Jersey. The premise suggests adherence to traditional casting norms with a predominantly white cast.

How does Crown Prince of Christmas represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story emphasizes Western social norms and the idealization of European aristocracy. It prioritizes conventional social cohesion and family traditions over critical examination of cultural practices.

Does Crown Prince of Christmas include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible or invisible disabilities mentioned in the characters or plot points.

Present on Screen

  • The film offers a clear, accessible romantic comedy framework centered on a classic hidden identity cliché.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks engagement with non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities or queer perspectives.
  • The plot relies on traditional Western social structures without exploring diverse cultural or systemic critiques.
  • There is a lack of representation regarding disability or non-traditional demographic distributions.

Official Synopsis

Madison, an aspiring musician, jokingly tells her overbearing family that she is dating the prince of a small European nation. The joke goes too far as her friend and co-worker Sebastian is roped into impersonating the prince while visiting her family in New Jersey. Little does Madison know that Sebastian happens to be hiding a royal secret.

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