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The Cherry Bushido

Name: The Cherry Bushido
Director: Hiroshi Akabane
Released: 2022
Duration: 125 min

Representation Score

2.2/10

Limited

2022

PG-13

Director

Hiroshi Akabane

Runtime

125 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film centers on a high-concept fantasy mission where college students use astral projection to defend Japan from a mythological threat. While it provides strong ability to act to its female lead, the narrative structure remains rooted in traditional themes of duty and national preservation. The story follows a conventional heroism model. It prioritizes a centralized mission of spiritual warfare and patriotism rather than exploring complex, diverse identities or subverting established social hierarchies. Ultimately, the work functions as a traditional adventure. It lacks the diverse character representation or social critique necessary to move beyond a standard framework of national defense and metaphysical combat.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Cherry Bushido have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any visible LGBTQ+ characters or stories that address non-straight identities. There are no queer romantic arcs or identity-focused narratives.

How does The Cherry Bushido portray gender?

Fair

Shizuka serves as a central, action-oriented protagonist. By placing a female college student in a leadership role to save a nation, the film avoids relegating women to passive roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Cherry Bushido?

Fair

The story is set within a Japanese cultural context focused on national protection. However, the narrative does not provide detailed information about the diverse backgrounds of the supporting cast.

How does The Cherry Bushido represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot utilizes traditional motifs centered on patriotism and collective preservation. The 'Japan Salvation Conference' suggests a framework aligned with traditional institutional and national values.

Does The Cherry Bushido include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication of neurodivergent characters or individuals with physical or sensory disabilities within the provided narrative context.

Present on Screen

The film provides meaningful ability to act to its female protagonist, Shizuka, placing her in a central leadership role.
The narrative disrupts traditional gender hierarchies by making a woman the primary agent in a high-stakes mission.

Limited or Absent

The story lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities and non-straight characters.
There is no visible inclusion of characters with physical or sensory disabilities.
The narrative focuses on traditional motifs rather than exploring diverse or multi-layered social perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Shizuka, a college student, is recruited by a group named the "Japan Salvation Conference" for a mission. She and her pals leave their astral bodies and head for the spirit world to face the Great Demon of Hades that aims to destroy Japan.

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