
Ballerina I'm Not
2017

Representation Score
Fair
2013
Director
Amelia Brodka
Runtime
86 minutes
Average Rating
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Underexposed serves as a critical deconstruction of the skateboarding industry's structural barriers. By shifting the focus from athletic performance to institutional equity, the documentary challenges the male-centric gaze typical of extreme sports. The film excels at highlighting how systemic biases influence visibility and economic support for women. It transforms a niche sporting interest into a broader commentary on power and representation. While the subversion of gendered dynamics is profound, the film's broader multi-layered impact regarding race and disability is not clearly established.
Category Breakdown
The film touches on subcultures that often include queer identities, but it does not show explicit depictions of non-binary genders or same-sex relationships.
The narrative challenges traditional gender hierarchies by focusing on women's ability to drive the story. It also critiques patriarchal structures and how the industry markets and supports women.
The focus remains primarily on gendered industry dynamics. There is insufficient evidence of a non-Anglo-Saxon majority or specific multi-layered racial narratives.
The film critiques capitalist frameworks and sports marketing. It frames the industry as a systemic entity that fails to support underrepresented demographics.
There is no documented evidence regarding the inclusion of neurodivergent individuals or those with physical disabilities.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
Professional skateboarder Amelia Brodka examines the skateboarding industry's approach to how it markets, promotes and supports women in its sport.

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