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Skyward

Skyward

Representation Score

6.0/10

Good

2017

TV-Y7

Director

Jonathan Judge

Runtime

30 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Skyward is a conventional family science fiction film that prioritizes friendship and mystery-solving over social deconstruction. While the central trio provides a foundation for collaborative storytelling, the film adheres to traditional genre clichés rather than challenging systemic norms. The production lacks complexity, focusing instead on age-appropriate adventure suitable for its TV-Y7 rating.

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Category Breakdown

Does Skyward have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or themes. It operates within a framework that assumes everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Skyward portray gender?

Fair

A female protagonist, Piper, shares ability to act equally with the rest of the investigative team. However, the film follows traditional ensemble dynamics without challenging gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Skyward?

Fair

The narrative lacks explicit details about the racial identities of the main characters. The Oregon setting suggests a homogeneous demographic typical of the family genre.

How does Skyward represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story emphasizes community connections and independent inquiry through a grassroots podcast. It leans towards standard adventure clichés rather than exploring complex cultural or institutional critiques.

Does Skyward include disability representation?

Limited

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the film. The plot centers on paranormal mysteries rather than neurodivergence or physical accessibility.

Present on Screen

  • The inclusion of a female protagonist provides a balanced distribution of ability to act within the central investigative team.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities, racial diversity, and characters with disabilities.
  • The narrative follows traditional genre conventions rather than exploring complex socio-political or multi-layered themes.

Official Synopsis

Three friends host a secret underground podcast exploring paranormal sightings in their tiny town of Wildwood, Oregon. Together, Piper, Curtis and Ira try to prove the existence of aliens and can't help but become personally involved with the cases of people who call into their show.

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