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Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ

Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ

Representation Score

7.3/10

Good

2020

TV-Y7

Director

Thomas Astruc

Runtime

61 minutes

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Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ succeeds in expanding the franchise's scope by embracing a multicultural landscape. The setting allows for a diverse cast of heroes that disrupts the homogeneous casting seen in previous entries. The film's strongest achievement is its subversion of gendered power dynamics. By centering Ladybug's intellect and leadership, the narrative moves away from conventional alpha-male hero archetypes. However, the special remains limited by its adherence to traditional genre clichés. It lacks meaningful representation for LGBTQ+ identities and disability, focusing instead on standard superhero frameworks and secular morality.

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Category Breakdown

Does Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story follows traditional structures that assume everyone is straight or cisgender. It lacks prominent LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that challenge standard social norms.

How does Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ portray gender?

Good

Ladybug serves as the primary strategist and intellectual leader. This challenges traditional hierarchies by positioning the female protagonist as the central driver of the plot.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ?

Excellent

New York City's multiculturalism is reflected through a diverse superhero roster. Characters like Eagle and Coco help move the franchise beyond its usual Eurocentric focus.

How does Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film follows a secular, action-oriented moral framework. It reinforces Western values of heroism and the protection of the status quo.

Does Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ include disability representation?

Limited

There is a lack of visible neurodivergent or physical disability representation. Characters are defined by superhuman abilities rather than their engagement with disability.

Present on Screen

  • Challenges traditional gender hierarchies by positioning Ladybug as the primary intellectual leader and strategist.
  • Uses a multicultural superhero roster to reflect a globalized, diverse society.
  • Successfully expands the franchise beyond its Eurocentric roots through its New York setting.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks prominent LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that challenge standard social norms.
  • Fails to include visible neurodivergent or physical disability representation.
  • Maintains a traditional Western moral framework without deconstructing established institutions.

Official Synopsis

Marinette's class is headed to New York, the city of superheroes, for French-American Friendship Week. But the arrival of Hawk Moth will complicate everything.

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