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Mister America

Name: Mister America
Director: Eric Notarnicola
Released: 2019
Duration: 88 min

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

2019

Director

Eric Notarnicola

Runtime

88 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Mister America is a conventional character study focused on political ambition and legal consequences. The narrative follows a single male protagonist, Heidecker, as he tries to unseat a District Attorney after a murder charge. Although the setting of San Bernardino offers potential for diverse representation, the story emphasizes individual ability to act over a broader ensemble. The focus on Western legal structures and traditional political themes suggests a lack of systemic disruption. Ultimately, the film seems to adhere to established character-driven narratives without challenging social or identity hierarchies.

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Category Breakdown

Does Mister America have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not explicitly include LGBTQ+ characters or stories. It focuses on a political campaign centered around a specific legal case, without confirming any non-traditional gender identities.

How does Mister America portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on a male protagonist navigating a political landscape. There is no indication of female empowerment or challenging traditional male leadership roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Mister America?

Limited

Set in the diverse area of San Bernardino, the story focuses on the protagonist's personal journey. Characters of different races are not prominently featured in the narrative.

How does Mister America represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot explores accountability within an institution through a campaign for District Attorney. However, it does not clearly oppose institutional or capitalist systems.

Does Mister America include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not provide any information about characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

The premise critiques legal and political institutions regarding accountability.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities.
The story focuses heavily on a singular male protagonist, limiting gender diversity.
There is no evidence of racial or ethnic diversity within the campaign's cast.
The film does not address disability representation or neurodivergent perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Heidecker beats a murder charge for selling faulty e-cigarettes at an EDM festival, and mounts a campaign to unseat the San Bernardino District Attorney. His effort to win voters tries to overcome a lack of experience and funding by leaning into the candidate’s personal likability. It does not go well.

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