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Happiness Charge Precure! the Movie: Ballerina of the Doll Kingdom

Happiness Charge Precure! the Movie: Ballerina of the Doll Kingdom

Representation Score

5.9/10

Fair

2014

Director

Chiaki Kon

Runtime

71 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film highlights female empowerment by putting women at the forefront of action and social structures. This creates a unique space where girls support each other. However, the film stays within typical genre limits. It doesn't actively promote diversity in race, LGBTQ+ identities, or disabilities, choosing instead to portray idealized characters.

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Category Breakdown

Does Happiness Charge Precure! the Movie: Ballerina of the Doll Kingdom have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film doesn't show non-straight relationships or identities. It focuses on the friendships and teamwork among the female characters.

How does Happiness Charge Precure! the Movie: Ballerina of the Doll Kingdom portray gender?

Good

The female characters take charge in battles and solving problems, breaking traditional gender roles. The Doll Kingdom is a place where girls can thrive and be empowered.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Happiness Charge Precure! the Movie: Ballerina of the Doll Kingdom?

Limited

The characters look similar, following typical anime styles. There's no effort to include diverse races or cultures, or to represent different backgrounds.

How does Happiness Charge Precure! the Movie: Ballerina of the Doll Kingdom represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story follows classic hero models with clear good versus evil themes. It uses magic and fantasy rather than real-world religions or cultures.

Does Happiness Charge Precure! the Movie: Ballerina of the Doll Kingdom include disability representation?

Limited

There are no characters with visible disabilities or mental differences. The characters are shown as perfect magical beings, focusing on their abilities and energy.

Present on Screen

  • Strong female leadership in combat and problem-solving.
  • Creates a unique narrative focused on female empowerment and teamwork.
  • Highlights the importance of platonic bonds and collective female strength.

Limited or Absent

  • Doesn't include diverse racial or ethnic backgrounds.
  • Doesn't include LGBTQ+ identities or queer undertones.
  • Doesn't depict characters with physical or mental disabilities.

Official Synopsis

While performing a puppet show at a nursery, the HappinessCharge Pretty Cures are surprised when one of the dolls starts talking. “Save our kingdom!” Tsumugi, the ballerina doll, pleads. The Pretty Cures accompany Tsumugi to the land of dolls, a girls’ paradise of cute stuffed animals, talking dolls, music and dance ruled by the noble Prince Zeke. But the kingdom is under attack by the forces of Black Fang, a mysterious man who wants to conquer the land for his own nefarious purposes. As sorrow spreads throughout the Kingdom of Dolls, the Pretty Cures come to the rescue.

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