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Capture the Flag

Name: Capture the Flag
Director: Enrique Gato
Released: 2015
Duration: 94 min

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

2015

Director

Enrique Gato

Runtime

94 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Capture the Flag is a traditional adventure film that reinforces conventional Western values. The plot centers on protecting American symbols and historical milestones, limiting the scope of its cultural perspective. The narrative follows a classic hero-versus-villain structure, prioritizing themes of patriotism and family reunification. It does not challenge social hierarchies or explore diverse identity-based power dynamics. While the ensemble includes female and multi-generational characters, the film remains anchored in a Western-centric framework that lacks significant representation of underrepresented groups.

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Category Breakdown

Does Capture the Flag have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or those with non-conforming gender identities. The character dynamics are based on traditional friendships and family relationships.

How does Capture the Flag portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a brave male protagonist named Mike Goldwing. Although a female character, Amy, is included as a best friend, the narrative adheres to a traditional hero's journey.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Capture the Flag?

Limited

The plot emphasizes Western exceptionalism, focusing on American symbols such as the flag and the Apollo XI moon landing. This suggests a potentially homogenous cast of characters.

How does Capture the Flag represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The narrative upholds traditional Western institutions and national pride, emphasizing patriotism and the preservation of historical milestones.

Does Capture the Flag include disability representation?

Minimal

No visible or invisible disabilities are mentioned among the main characters. There is no representation of neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

Includes a balanced ensemble with the inclusion of female best friends like Amy.
Features multi-generational dynamics through the relationship between Mike and his grandfather.

Limited or Absent

The narrative focuses heavily on Western exceptionalism and American patriotic symbols.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ individuals or non-conforming gender identities.
The film does not feature characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
The story lacks racial and ethnic diversity, focusing on a specific Western historical context.

Official Synopsis

When the brave and determined 12-year-old Mike Goldwing discovers that an eccentric billionaire plans to fly to the moon, steal its vast, valuable natural resources, and destroy the American flag planted by the Apollo XI astronauts during man's historic moon landing, the countdown to a spectacular adventure begins! Mike, teamed with his grandfather, best friends Amy and Marty, and a clever chameleon, blasts off on an incredible moon-bound mission, determined to thwart the billionaire's evil plan, capture the flag, and reunite his family.

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