
Lassie Come Home
2020

1997
PGDirector
Dee McLachlan
Runtime
88 minutes
Average Rating
No ratings yetSynopsis
In this exciting live-action adventure, young Mowgli, an orphan raised by wolves, is spotted by a scout for a giant circus. Accompanied by a cruel hunter and a snake charmer, the scout sets out to trap Mowgli. But with the help of Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther, little Mowgli leads the adults into his biggest and wildest adventure yet! A fun-filled movie every member of the family will enjoy.
Overall Score
Limited
Category Breakdown
LGBTQ+ Representation
The film contains no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. Character dynamics focus on platonic companionship and survival without exploring non-cisnormative identities.
Gender Representation
A significant gender imbalance exists, as primary agency and speaking roles are held by male characters. The absence of prominent female roles reinforces a male-centric perspective.
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
The focus on anthropomorphic animals minimizes opportunities for nuanced ethnic storytelling. Human presence is limited, preventing a meaningful exploration of diverse identities or colonialist tropes.
Religious & Cultural Diversity
The narrative presents a naturalistic order through the 'Law of the Jungle.' It avoids critiques of Western institutions, focusing instead on biological imperatives and predation.
Disability Representation
There is no discernible representation of physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities within the primary cast or character arcs.
Strengths
Areas for Improvement
AI Analysis
The film functions as a traditional adventure centered on anthropomorphic animals and a singular human protagonist. Because the cast is predominantly non-human, the narrative lacks the framework for complex intersectional human representation. Storytelling relies on established archetypes of nature and instinct rather than social or identity-based discourse. The narrative architecture is built upon a singular, male-dominated perspective that prioritizes biological conflict. While providing a stable, family-oriented experience, the work does not seek to challenge existing social hierarchies or disrupt conventional expectations regarding gender, race, or identity.

2020

2007

1978

2016

1976

1961

2018

1980

2012

1963

1997

2023
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts on this movie!
Use the rating form above to leave a star rating and optional review.