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Joey

Name: Joey
Director: Ian Barry
Released: 1997
Duration: 96 min

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

1997

Director

Ian Barry

Runtime

96 minutes

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Joey is a classic late-90s family adventure that prioritizes genre conventions over social complexity. While it includes a female character with ability to act, the film remains firmly rooted in traditional storytelling structures. The narrative lacks depth in terms of racial, LGBTQ+, or disability representation. It serves as a straightforward moral tale centered on empathy and nature. Ultimately, the film adheres to the established norms of its era, providing a safe, conventional experience rather than a progressive or diverse one.

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Category Breakdown

Does Joey have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not feature any LGBTQ+ characters or stories about non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities. It follows a typical structure common in PG-rated family adventures from the late 1990s.

How does Joey portray gender?

Fair

Linda, the daughter of a U.S. Ambassador, demonstrates strong women's ability to drive the story by participating in the mission. However, the film maintains a traditional adventure storyline without challenging gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Joey?

Limited

Set in Sydney, the film leans heavily on standard Western adventure clichés. There is no indication of a diverse cast or significant cross-cultural character development.

How does Joey represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story emphasizes traditional values such as empathy and companionship through a hero’s journey. It operates within the moral frameworks typical of 1990s family cinema.

Does Joey include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about the inclusion or portrayal of characters with physical or neurodivergent conditions.

Present on Screen

The character Linda actively assists the protagonist, demonstrating strong women's ability to drive the story.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks meaningful LGBTQ+ representation or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.
There is a noticeable absence of racial and ethnic diversity among the characters.
The narrative does not include characters with disabilities or neurodivergent traits.

Official Synopsis

Billy is a boy who is trying to save a baby kangaroo called Joey when it is caught and taken to Sydney. Linda, the young daughter of the U.S. Ambassador is helping Billy in his task.

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