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Intrusion: Cambodia

Name: Intrusion: Cambodia
Director: Jun Gallardo
Released: 1983
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

1983

Director

Jun Gallardo

Runtime

90 minutes

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The film 'Cambodia' prioritizes traditional genre clichés over diverse representation. It centers on a singular masculine archetype, Richard Harrison, emphasizing conventional male heroism. The Cambodian setting offers a potential backdrop for cultural diversity, but the story remains anchored in a Western-centric viewpoint. This focus on a specialized military unit suggests a narrow scope that favors state-sanctioned competence over complex social or cultural exploration. Ultimately, the film reflects the industry standards of its time, offering little representation for underrepresented groups, LGBTQ+ identities, or individuals with disabilities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Intrusion: Cambodia have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or themes. It follows the era's standard of excluding non-straight relationships.

How does Intrusion: Cambodia portray gender?

Limited

The story focuses on a male protagonist, Richard Harrison, who embodies traditional masculine leadership. The narrative centers on his actions and decisions.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Intrusion: Cambodia?

Limited

Although the Cambodian setting suggests cultural diversity, the story primarily follows a Western-led group. It is unclear if characters of color have significant roles.

How does Intrusion: Cambodia represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story aligns with Western military traditions and individualistic heroism. It lacks representation of anti-Western sentiments or diverse cultural perspectives.

Does Intrusion: Cambodia include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities. The focus is on special forces requiring peak physical performance.

Present on Screen

The Cambodian setting provides a potential backdrop for ethnic and cultural diversity.

Limited or Absent

The film relies on traditional masculine leadership models that lack gender diversity.
There is a lack of representation for LGBTQ+ identities and neurodivergent or physical disabilities.
The narrative perspective remains heavily Western-centric, limiting broader cultural ability to act.

Official Synopsis

A rag tag group is assembled for a secret mission into Cambodia, led by legendary special forces commando Richard Harrison.

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