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Going Bananas

Name: Going Bananas
Director: Boaz Davidson
Released: 1987
Duration: 95 min

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

1987

Director

Boaz Davidson

Runtime

95 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Going Bananas is a product of late-1980s mainstream family cinema that prioritizes slapstick humor and adventure over social depth. The narrative focuses on a physical chase through Africa without delving into complex identity exploration. The film adheres to the standard genre-driven conventions of its era. It functions as a traditional comedy that does not challenge established clichés or address multi-layered themes. Ultimately, the film serves as a period-specific entertainment piece that relies on established formulas rather than subverting them.

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Category Breakdown

Does Going Bananas have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories about non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities. Its comedic framework does not explore diverse sexual orientations.

How does Going Bananas portray gender?

Limited

Gender dynamics in the film follow traditional 1980s archetypes. Women do not play prominent roles or challenge established gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Going Bananas?

Limited

Set in Africa, the location mainly serves as an aesthetic backdrop. The film lacks authentic ethnic representation or ability to act for local populations.

How does Going Bananas represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story follows typical Western good-versus-evil structures. It does not engage with moral relativism or systemic critiques beyond a basic protagonist-antagonist dynamic.

Does Going Bananas include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The narrative does not represent neurodivergent individuals or those with disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film offers accessible, slapstick-oriented family fun suitable for its target audience.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks depth regarding diverse identity representation and multi-layered themes.
The African setting functions as a mere backdrop rather than a space for authentic cultural ability to act.
The film relies on traditional, non-subversive character archetypes and social hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

An evil circus owner chases a chimp and his friends through Africa. Not necessarily 'Dyn-O-Mite!', but this silly monkey business is decent family fun.

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