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Swing Vote

Name: Swing Vote
Director: Joshua Michael Stern
Released: 2008
Duration: 120 min

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2008

PG-13

Director

Joshua Michael Stern

Runtime

120 minutes

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Swing Vote follows a traditional storytelling approach that emphasizes a male-centric viewpoint. The story focuses on personal moral dilemmas rather than broader social critiques. While the film challenges the ideal citizen archetype through a flawed protagonist, it maintains traditional demographic and power structures. Its reliance on conventional storytelling clichés limits its scope.

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Category Breakdown

Does Swing Vote have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories. It focuses on traditional social settings and family life without exploring queer perspectives.

How does Swing Vote portray gender?

Limited

The story centers around a male protagonist whose journey drives the plot. Female characters mainly support him within domestic roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Swing Vote?

Limited

The film features a mostly white cast depicting a small Ohio town. It does not use diverse casting or have non-white protagonists to broaden its scope.

How does Swing Vote represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story examines moral relativism and the ethics of political manipulation. It focuses on individual choices rather than critiquing systemic institutions.

Does Swing Vote include disability representation?

Minimal

Substance abuse is shown through the protagonist's alcoholism, which is viewed as a personal flaw. Characters with disabilities are not given central roles.

Present on Screen

The film deconstructs the 'perfect citizen' through a cynical, flawed protagonist.
It offers a character study on the impact of individual choices within democratic systems.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks diverse casting, focusing on a predominantly white, Anglo-centric cast.
Female characters are confined to supporting roles without much influence in the political sphere.
The film does not include LGBTQ+ representation or non-straight-centered narratives.
Disability and neurodivergence are not explored with nuance or narrative ability to act.

Official Synopsis

In a remarkable turn of events, the result of the presidential election comes down to one man's vote.

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