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Saving Capitalism

Saving Capitalism

Representation Score

1.7/10

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2017

TV-PG

Director

Jacob Kornbluth, Sari Gilman

Runtime

73 minutes

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Saving Capitalism prioritizes classical liberal economic philosophy and the intellectual history of free-market theory. The film's educational approach highlights the tension between state intervention and individual economic freedom, which naturally sidelines identity-based narratives. Since the documentary critiques identity politics and systemic power analysis, it avoids characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. The film's emphasis on individual merit and market stability leads to a narrow demographic focus. Ultimately, the film's defense of traditional economic institutions and Western structures creates a narrative that lacks diversity in gender, culture, and disability representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Saving Capitalism have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The documentary does not address LGBTQ+ identities or non-binary gender expressions. The focus remains on macroeconomic theory and political philosophy.

How does Saving Capitalism portray gender?

Limited

The film emphasizes a male-dominated intellectual sphere. It lacks intentional subversion of gendered power dynamics and does not depict female leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Saving Capitalism?

Fair

Notable contributions come from Black intellectuals like Thomas Sowell. However, the interviewees and archival footage mainly reflect a Western-centric, academic demographic.

How does Saving Capitalism represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The narrative aligns with traditional Western institutions. It reinforces the value of existing economic structures while critiquing socialist and interventionist frameworks.

Does Saving Capitalism include disability representation?

Minimal

The documentary does not focus on visible or invisible disabilities. It addresses socioeconomic status through policy and theory rather than lived experiences of physical or neurodivergent challenges.

Present on Screen

  • Includes significant contributions from Black intellectuals like Thomas Sowell.
  • Avoids racial stereotypes in its economic discourse.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not address LGBTQ+ identities or non-binary gender expressions.
  • Does not depict female leadership or subvert gendered power dynamics.
  • Does not focus on the lived experiences of individuals with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
  • Maintains a Western-centric, academic demographic that lacks multi-layered cultural depth.

Official Synopsis

Former Secretary of Labor Robert Reich meets with Americans from all walks of life as he chronicles a seismic shift in the nation's economy.

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