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Apollo 13

Name: Apollo 13
Director: Ron Howard
Released: 1995
Duration: 140 min

Representation Score

0.3/10

Minimal

1995

Director

Ron Howard

Runtime

140 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Apollo 13 serves as a tribute to mid-20th century American technological achievements and institutional stability. By emphasizing historical accuracy, the film upholds established social and power structures rather than challenging them. The narrative focuses on a homogeneous group of engineers and astronauts, highlighting collective discipline and meritocratic problem-solving within a traditional Western context. Overall, the film lacks the intention to disrupt conventional narratives around race, gender, or systemic dynamics, instead celebrating state-sponsored scientific progress.

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Category Breakdown

Does Apollo 13 have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film upholds traditional views where only straight and cisgender relationships are shown. There are no depictions of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex intimacy.

How does Apollo 13 portray gender?

Limited

Men dominate the technical and leadership roles in the film. Female characters like Marilyn Lovell have emotional depth but are mostly confined to domestic roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Apollo 13?

Minimal

The cast is mainly white and Anglo-Saxon, reflecting the demographics of NASA during the time period. The film focuses on historical accuracy without showcasing diverse backgrounds.

How does Apollo 13 represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The film highlights the effectiveness of Western institutions and science. It reinforces traditional hierarchies and emphasizes adherence to protocols and patriotism.

Does Apollo 13 include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible or invisible disabilities represented among the main characters or in their storylines.

Present on Screen

The film offers a highly accurate depiction of the 1970 lunar mission and its technical aspects.
It successfully conveys the resilience and competence of institutional structures like NASA.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks racial and ethnic diversity, featuring a predominantly white cast.
Gender roles are limited, with female characters primarily serving as emotional anchors in domestic settings.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or individuals with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

The true story of technical troubles that scuttle the Apollo 13 lunar mission in 1970, risking the lives of astronaut Jim Lovell and his crew, with the failed journey turning into a thrilling saga of heroism. Drifting more than 200,000 miles from Earth, the astronauts work furiously with the ground crew to avert tragedy.

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