
The Expendables 2
2012

Representation Score
Fair
2010
PG-13Director
Sylvain White
Runtime
97 minutes
Average Rating
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The Losers updates the classic elite commando cliché by featuring a diverse cast with actors of various ethnic backgrounds in key roles. This approach challenges the traditional Western-centric military team. Aisha, a highly skilled female combatant, adds depth to the film by breaking the mold of passive female characters. Her active role helps shift the balance of power in the action genre. However, the film sticks to conventional action movie themes. It lacks LGBTQ+ characters or disability representation, focusing instead on typical archetypes and physical action.
Category Breakdown
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-straight relationships. The interpersonal dynamics rely on typical romantic and friendship archetypes found in action movies.
Aisha stands out as a strong, independent female combatant who challenges the idea that special forces units are led only by men. She plays a key role in the action.
The film showcases a diverse cast with actors of African, Latina, and Hispanic backgrounds playing central roles. This mix of ethnicities breaks the usual mold of predominantly white military teams.
The story presents the state as a corrupt institution and focuses on reclaiming control from a system that oppresses individuals. This narrative critiques traditional Western power structures.
The film does not significantly address visible or invisible disabilities. Physical injuries are used as plot devices rather than exploring disabilities in depth.
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Official Synopsis
On a mission deep in the Bolivian jungle, a team of elite commandos finds itself on the receiving end of a lethal betrayal. Now presumed dead, the men join forces with a mysterious operative named Aisha to hunt down their enemy and even the score.

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