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Beyond All Boundaries

Beyond All Boundaries

Representation Score

6.3/10

Good

2013

Not Rated

Director

Sushrut Jain

Runtime

97 minutes

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Beyond All Boundaries examines human ability to act through cricket, exploring the intersection of identity and systemic passion. It successfully elevates ordinary perspectives, particularly through gendered participation and socio-economic realities in India. The documentary shifts the focus away from a Western-centric viewpoint by centering South Asian subjects. This provides a localized view of sport that moves away from institutional hierarchies of success. While the film does not explicitly engage with LGBTQ+ identities or disability, its focus on gendered aspirations and regional authenticity offers a meaningful cultural perspective.

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Category Breakdown

Does Beyond All Boundaries have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include any explicit references to LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It focuses on socio-economic and gender-related themes rather than sexual orientation.

How does Beyond All Boundaries portray gender?

Good

By highlighting a girl cricketer, the documentary emphasizes female empowerment. This portrayal challenges traditional gender hierarchies within the male-dominated world of Indian sports.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Beyond All Boundaries?

Excellent

The film centers on South Asian voices and experiences. It offers a departure from Anglo-centric sports narratives by focusing on individuals from the Global South.

How does Beyond All Boundaries represent religion and culture?

Good

The narrative explores the intersection of personal passion and socio-economic struggles through the lives of ordinary Indians. It values localized experiences and personal truths.

Does Beyond All Boundaries include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence that disability or neurodivergence plays a central role in the film. These elements are not part of the character arcs.

Present on Screen

  • Centers South Asian perspectives and voices from the Global South.
  • Highlights female empowerment through a girl cricketer.
  • Explores the intersection of socio-economic struggle and personal passion.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or narratives.
  • Does not address themes related to disability or neurodivergence.

Official Synopsis

The stories of three ordinary Indians, a penniless super fan, a boy superstar and a girl cricketer, for each of whom the sport of cricket is a lifeline.

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