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The Elephant Queen

The Elephant Queen

Representation Score

3.8/10

Limited

2019

PG

Director

Mark Deeble, Victoria Stone

Runtime

97 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Elephant Queen is a documentary that highlights the matriarchal leadership of elephants. By focusing on Athena, a matriarchal leader, the film emphasizes the importance of female intellect and social cohesion in survival. Since the subject is wildlife, the film does not depict traditional human characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity, such as LGBTQ+ or racial identities. Instead, it operates within the biological context of its animal subjects. Overall, the film offers progressive value by shifting the focus from patriarchal clichés to a matriarchal worldview, emphasizing the intelligence and bonds of female elephants.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Elephant Queen have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses solely on the natural social structures of an elephant herd. There are no depictions of same-sex relationships or non-traditional gender identities.

How does The Elephant Queen portray gender?

Good

The narrative centers on a matriarchal hierarchy, highlighting the strategic leadership and intellect of female elephants. By focusing on Athena, the central figure driving the plot, the film challenges traditional male-dominated leadership roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Elephant Queen?

Fair

Set in the African savannah, the film features animals rather than human identities. It avoids a Western-centric perspective by emphasizing the intrinsic value of the local ecosystem.

How does The Elephant Queen represent religion and culture?

Good

The story follows an environmentalist framework that respects the sanctity of nature. Human-driven changes are viewed as disruptions to the natural order.

Does The Elephant Queen include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include human characters with disabilities. Physical vulnerabilities within the herd are shown through the lens of natural survival rather than for ridicule or inspiration.

Present on Screen

  • Highlights matriarchal leadership, challenging traditional male-dominated roles.
  • Emphasizes the strategic intellect and leadership of female elephants.
  • Avoids a Western-centric viewpoint by focusing on the local ecosystem.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not include traditional human racial or ethnic representation.
  • Does not depict LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender roles.
  • Does not address human-centric disability representation.

Official Synopsis

Embark on an epic journey of family, courage, and coming home in this feature-length documentary. Join Athena, the majestic matriarch, as she leads her elephant herd across an unforgiving African landscape filled with vibrant wildlife.

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