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Alien Vs. Zombies
Representation Score
3.0/10
Limited
2017
Director
Rocco Nisivoccia
Runtime
70 minutes
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Alien vs. Zombies primarily focuses on adventure and horror genres. Its approach to diversity is indirect, using speculative elements rather than direct identity politics to challenge standard views. The film uses an extraterrestrial protagonist to explore themes of otherness and non-human ability to act. This displaces human-centric social hierarchies. However, it lacks depth in representing diverse identities and multi-layered character development. The narrative prioritizes survival over established societal norms, breaking down traditional structures through an unconventional alliance.
Category Breakdown
Does Alien Vs. Zombies have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film doesn't show any non-cisgender identities or same-sex relationships. The story focuses on a survival partnership between characters.
How does Alien Vs. Zombies portray gender?
It includes a male-coded alien and a young human ally. While it avoids traditional gender roles, it doesn't clearly show how it challenges male leadership.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Alien Vs. Zombies?
By focusing on an extraterrestrial protagonist, the film explores themes of otherness through speculative biology. This shifts the focus away from typical human populations.
How does Alien Vs. Zombies represent religion and culture?
The zombie apocalypse setting breaks down traditional Western institutions and social order. The narrative emphasizes survival ethics over established norms and religious practices.
Does Alien Vs. Zombies include disability representation?
There are no neurodivergent or physically disabled characters shown. The story centers on the survival plot without addressing these issues.
Present on Screen
- Uses an alien protagonist to explore themes of otherness and non-human ability to act.
- Displaces traditional human-centric social structures through an unconventional cross-species alliance.
Limited or Absent
- Lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and non-cisgender gender expressions.
- Does not include characters with physical or sensory disabilities.
- Misses opportunities to provide explicit depth in multi-layered character development.
Official Synopsis
Joe Alien fulfills a dream of coming to Earth to find that it's overrun by zombies. Finding an ally in young Parker, he attempts to save the world!
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