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NXT TakeOver XXV

NXT TakeOver XXV

Representation Score

5.0/10

Fair

2019

TV-PG

Director

Kevin Dunn

Runtime

158 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

NXT TakeOver XXV functions primarily as a commercial athletic spectacle rather than a narrative-driven drama. While the roster offers a visually diverse range of performers, the event's structure revolves around established sports-entertainment hierarchies and athletic merit. The production prioritizes brand continuity and physical excellence over intentional social or cultural critique. Consequently, while diversity is evident in the cast, it does not delve deeply into the overlapping aspects of identity to challenge traditional norms. Ultimately, the event serves as a showcase for athletic skill, where identity plays a secondary role to the competitive framework of professional wrestling.

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Category Breakdown

Does NXT TakeOver XXV have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The event includes a variety of performers but does not focus on LGBTQ+ themes. The presentation centers on athletic competition without addressing LGBTQ+ narratives or challenging assumptions about straight relationships.

How does NXT TakeOver XXV portray gender?

Fair

Women show strong physical abilities and skills throughout the event. However, the main narrative focus remains on male-dominated championship matches, maintaining traditional sports hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is NXT TakeOver XXV?

Fair

The event showcases a multi-ethnic cast of athletes, offering a visually diverse setting. Despite this diversity, racial differences are tied to athletic roles rather than serving as a central narrative element.

How does NXT TakeOver XXV represent religion and culture?

Limited

The production emphasizes meritocracy and physical achievement within a commercial context. It does not critique Western institutions or traditional values, focusing instead on brand loyalty and competition.

Does NXT TakeOver XXV include disability representation?

Minimal

The event highlights athletic performances by able-bodied participants. There is no significant or intentional representation of disabilities used for character development or narrative purposes.

Present on Screen

  • The roster includes a wide range of racial and ethnic backgrounds among the athletes.
  • Female competitors display high levels of physical skill and professional expertise.

Limited or Absent

  • The event does not have a focused representation or narrative centered on LGBTQ+ identities.
  • The programming adheres to traditional hierarchies that emphasize male-dominated championship matches.
  • There is a lack of representation for individuals with visible or invisible disabilities.

Official Synopsis

NXT TakeOver: XXV was a professional wrestling event produced by WWE for its NXT brand on June 1, 2019, at the Webster Bank Arena in Bridgeport, Connecticut, headlined by Johnny Gargano (c) vs. Adam Cole for the NXT Championship.

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