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Fishtales 2

Name: Fishtales 2
Director: Evan Tramel
Released: 2017
Duration: 70 min

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

2017

Director

Evan Tramel

Runtime

70 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Fishtales 2 follows a traditional animated adventure format. It centers the narrative on female-led ability to act while staying within conventional storytelling boundaries. The film emphasizes universal themes such as friendship and family reunification, but it does not delve into more complex social dynamics or multi-layered issues. Ultimately, the production presents a straightforward moralistic tale that avoids deconstructing social hierarchies.

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Category Breakdown

Does Fishtales 2 have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film highlights the friendship between Fifi and Lily the whale, but there are no explicit depictions of non-binary gender identities or same-sex relationships.

How does Fishtales 2 portray gender?

Fair

Fifi and Lily, the female protagonists, lead the adventure, showcasing their ability to act. However, they adhere to typical protagonist roles without challenging traditional gender norms.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Fishtales 2?

Minimal

The story includes anthropomorphic and aquatic characters, but there is no indication that these characters represent specific racial or ethnic identities.

How does Fishtales 2 represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot revolves around a hero's journey focused on family reunification. It emphasizes traditional values and the importance of the nuclear family, presenting a universalist perspective.

Does Fishtales 2 include disability representation?

Minimal

The characters seem physically capable throughout the adventure, and there is no visible representation of physical, sensory, or neurodivergent traits.

Present on Screen

The film centers the adventure on female protagonists, providing strong women's ability to drive the story.
It promotes positive values like friendship and family reunification.

Limited or Absent

The story lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-binary characters.
There is no evidence of characters subverting traditional gender roles or archetypes.
The film does not use its anthropomorphic characters to explore racial or ethnic diversity.

Official Synopsis

When Fifi and her best friend Lily the whale get lost during a field trip to visit a sunken treasure ship, they embark on a incredible adventure to return home and reunite a lost sting ray with her parents.

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