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Space Jam: A New Legacy

Space Jam: A New Legacy

Representation Score

6.9/10

Good

2021

PG

Director

Malcolm D. Lee

Runtime

115 minutes

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Space Jam: A New Legacy places a Black protagonist at the forefront of a major studio production, challenging traditional racial hierarchies. However, the film remains tied to conventional social norms, lacking meaningful LGBTQ+ representation and relying on traditional gender roles. The film provides a sophisticated critique of digital capitalism and algorithmic control, yet it falls short in representing the disabled community and diverse gender identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Space Jam: A New Legacy have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film adheres to traditional assumptions about straight relationships and gender matching assigned at birth. It lacks any exploration of LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender roles, focusing instead on conventional storylines.

How does Space Jam: A New Legacy portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a father-son relationship that emphasizes traditional masculinity. Although Lola Bunny is present, she serves more as a supporting character rather than one who challenges gender norms.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Space Jam: A New Legacy?

Excellent

The film highlights a Black protagonist in a role requiring strong leadership and physical abilities. This breaks the usual trend of white characters leading major studio productions, offering a fresh perspective.

How does Space Jam: A New Legacy represent religion and culture?

Good

The storyline critiques the dominance of digital technology and corporate control. It portrays the protagonists as defenders of creative freedom against the restrictive influence of large corporations.

Does Space Jam: A New Legacy include disability representation?

Limited

There is no notable representation of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Characters are mainly portrayed through athletic or comedic roles rather than neurodivergence or physical impairments.

Present on Screen

  • Placing a Black protagonist in a leading role within a major studio tentpole.
  • Offering a nuanced critique of digital capitalism and algorithmic control.
  • Employing a director known for centering Black narratives and complex interpersonal dynamics.

Limited or Absent

  • Including more representation of LGBTQ+ identities and non-traditional gender roles.
  • Expanding beyond masculine-coded dynamics to give female characters more impactful roles.
  • Integrating characters with visible or invisible disabilities to move beyond athletic archetypes.

Official Synopsis

When LeBron and his young son Dom are trapped in a digital space by a rogue A.I., LeBron must get them home safe by leading Bugs, Lola Bunny and the whole gang of notoriously undisciplined Looney Tunes to victory over the A.I.'s digitized champions on the court. It's Tunes versus Goons in the highest-stakes challenge of his life.

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