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Death of a Nation

Death of a Nation

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

2018

PG-13

Director

Bruce Schooley, Dinesh D'Souza

Runtime

108 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Death of a Nation serves as a critique of modern sociological shifts, challenging frameworks like Queer Theory and Critical Race Theory, which it views as destabilizing forces. Instead of embracing multi-layered identities, the film prioritizes the defense of traditional Western structures and historical continuity. It reinforces established social, religious, and national hierarchies while rejecting multiculturalism.

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Category Breakdown

Does Death of a Nation have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film critiques advancements in LGBTQ+ rights, framing them as factors that erode traditional social cohesion. It does not provide positive representations of LGBTQ+ identities.

How does Death of a Nation portray gender?

Limited

The documentary focuses on political commentary rather than individual character arcs. It emphasizes the preservation of traditional social hierarchies and roles based on gender.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Death of a Nation?

Minimal

The narrative critiques theories focused on race and identity, prioritizing a historical narrative centered around American history over exploring the complexities of racial issues.

How does Death of a Nation represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The film defends traditional Western institutions such as religion and patriotism, emphasizing their role as stabilizers. It criticizes multiculturalism and the dismantling of traditional norms.

Does Death of a Nation include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no representation of disability in the documentary. It focuses on historical and contemporary institutional analysis without incorporating disability as a narrative element.

Present on Screen

  • Provides a strong defense of traditional Western institutions and patriotism.
  • Maintains a clear and consistent ideological stance on national stability.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks diverse perspectives on racial complexity.
  • Does not positively represent LGBTQ+ identities or gender dynamics.
  • Does not engage with multiculturalism or diverse cultural narratives.

Official Synopsis

Parallels are drawn between Abraham Lincoln's presidency and the presidency of Donald Trump. Not since 1860 have the Democrats so fanatically refused to accept the result of a free election. That year, their target was Lincoln. They smeared him. They went to war to defeat him. In the end, they assassinated him.

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