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Beyond the Rising Moon

Beyond the Rising Moon

Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

1988

PG

Director

Philip J. Cook

Runtime

84 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Beyond the Rising Moon blends various genres while adhering to the conventions of the late 1980s. It introduces a female cyborg and indigenous characters, but these elements do not significantly challenge traditional genre norms. The film offers some diversity but does not deeply critique systemic issues or broaden its scope beyond standard clichés.

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Category Breakdown

Does Beyond the Rising Moon have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-cisgender gender identities.

How does Beyond the Rising Moon portray gender?

Limited

A female cyborg is a central character, but it is unclear whether she has significant control over the story or merely supports the male protagonist.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Beyond the Rising Moon?

Fair

The story includes Native American characters, but it follows typical Western genre clichés rather than challenging colonial narratives.

How does Beyond the Rising Moon represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film focuses on individual heroics within a conventional Western genre framework, without critiquing Western institutions or religious morality.

Does Beyond the Rising Moon include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no depiction of physical or neurodivergent disabilities in the main plot or cast.

Present on Screen

  • The inclusion of a female cyborg provides a departure from traditional gender roles in science fiction.
  • The narrative incorporates indigenous populations, adding racial conflict and representation.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or themes.
  • There is no depiction of people with disabilities in the main plot or cast.
  • The story relies on standard Western genre clichés without offering a deeper critique of colonial or institutional power structures.

Official Synopsis

An alien spaceship is being sought by various factions on Earth. A female cyborg and a rogue trader team up to stop evil forces from taking over the ship.

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