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The Short Game

The Short Game

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

2013

PG

Director

Josh Greenbaum

Runtime

100 minutes

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The Short Game presents a focused character study of young golf prodigies within the specialized subculture of professional-track junior golf. It adheres to the typical conventions of sports media, emphasizing the mechanics of athletic discipline and individual excellence. Operating within the affluent, traditional world of competitive golf, the film lacks intentionality regarding diverse representation. It does not aim to challenge systemic power structures or disrupt conventional social expectations, resulting in a homogeneous portrayal. Ultimately, the documentary offers an observational look at a niche athletic environment, reinforcing existing social and sporting hierarchies without seeking to subvert them.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Short Game have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The documentary focuses solely on the competitive aspects of junior golf and does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives about non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.

How does The Short Game portray gender?

Limited

The story centers around male athletes and their competition, lacking significant roles for women in the narrative, which reflects the specific demographics of the junior golf circuit.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Short Game?

Fair

The film portrays a homogeneous demographic within a specific socioeconomic environment and does not explore racial dynamics or prioritize diverse casting.

How does The Short Game represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film highlights traditional values such as sportsmanship and parental support, reinforcing the structure of organized, high-stakes competitive sports without challenging Western norms.

Does The Short Game include disability representation?

Minimal

The documentary does not portray any characters with visible or invisible disabilities, nor does it explore arcs defined by neurodivergence or physical impairment.

Present on Screen

  • Provides a disciplined, observational look at the high-stakes world of junior golf.
  • Offers a detailed character study of youth athletic development and discipline.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks significant women's ability to drive the story or representation within the athletic narrative.
  • Fails to address or include diverse racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ perspectives.
  • Does not explore disability or neurodivergence within the sporting context.

Official Synopsis

Each year, the world’s best 7 year-old golfers descend on Pinehurst, North Carolina to compete in the World Championships of Junior Golf. The Short Game follows eight of these very young athletes on their quest to become the sport’s next phenom.

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