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Raising Kratos

Raising Kratos

Representation Score

4.5/10

Fair

2019

Director

Brandon Akiaten

Runtime

115 minutes

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Raising Kratos is a documentary that focuses on the professional history and technical evolution of the God of War franchise. Since the film documents professional labor and creative shifts rather than scripted character arcs, it lacks the narrative structure needed for deep identity-based storytelling. The film maintains a neutral, professional tone. It does not actively promote or penalize specific social identities, focusing instead on the studio's creative process. Ultimately, the documentary serves as a corporate and artistic retrospective. Its diversity profile is limited by its genre, which emphasizes institutional resilience over social commentary.

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Category Breakdown

Does Raising Kratos have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The documentary focuses on the professional work of the God of War team. It does not include explicit stories or themes related to LGBTQ+ identities.

How does Raising Kratos portray gender?

Fair

The film highlights the professional achievements of the Santa Monica Studio team. It does not challenge traditional gender roles or stereotypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Raising Kratos?

Fair

The film showcases the professional makeup of the studio. It does not feature diverse casting or storytelling that addresses multiple aspects of identity.

How does Raising Kratos represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative centers on the professional journey and institutional changes of the studio. It focuses on the internal workings of a major company.

Does Raising Kratos include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any characters with physical disabilities, mental health conditions, or neurodivergence.

Present on Screen

  • Offers a detailed look at the professional challenges involved in reinventing a major gaming franchise.
  • Highlights the technical innovation and creative evolution within a high-pressure studio environment.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks explicit narratives or representation regarding LGBTQ+ identities or storytelling that reflects multiple aspects of identity.
  • Does not address disability representation or the experiences of neurodivergent individuals within the industry.

Official Synopsis

A documentary following the five-year, herculean effort to reinvent one of the greatest stories in gaming, God of War. Facing an unknown future, Santa Monica Studio took a massive risk, fundamentally changing their beloved franchise and re-establishing their rightful place in video game history. Witness the incredible defeats, the unpredictable outcomes and the down-to-the-wire tension on full display in this true-life redemption story.

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