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Against the Wild II: Survive the Serengeti

Against the Wild II: Survive the Serengeti

Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

2016

PG

Director

Richard Boddington

Runtime

91 minutes

Average Rating

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Against the Wild II: Survive the Serengeti follows a conventional survivalist structure. The narrative prioritizes the 'man vs. nature' cliché, focusing on physical competence and individual resilience rather than social or systemic power dynamics. The film adheres to traditional genre expectations, emphasizing survival in a foreign landscape. This approach lacks the storytelling that reflects multiple aspects of identity or narrative subversion needed to explore complex identity politics. Ultimately, the production functions as a standard adventure film. It relies on established clichés of competence and environmental struggle rather than progressive thematic elements or diverse casting.

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Category Breakdown

Does Against the Wild II: Survive the Serengeti have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-straight identities. The storyline focuses solely on children and a dog, without addressing any critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Against the Wild II: Survive the Serengeti portray gender?

Fair

The presence of two children offers potential for gender diversity. However, the film does not provide specific character arcs that challenge traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Against the Wild II: Survive the Serengeti?

Limited

Set in the Serengeti, the film does not confirm the use of diverse ethnic backgrounds. It risks following the Western explorer cliché without strong representation of characters of color.

How does Against the Wild II: Survive the Serengeti represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative follows traditional Western adventure clichés centered on individual skill. There is no evidence of systemic critique or diverse cultural perspectives.

Does Against the Wild II: Survive the Serengeti include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication that neurodivergence or physical disabilities are part of the story. No characters appear to be influenced by these experiences.

Present on Screen

  • The survivalist plot provides a clear, focused adventure structure centered on resilience.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks diverse casting and multi-layered character development.
  • The narrative relies on traditional Western adventure clichés rather than challenging them.
  • There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or disability within the character arcs.

Official Synopsis

Two kids and their dog must use all their skills to survive in the African bush after a plane crash.

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