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Fittest on Earth: The Story of the 2015 Reebok CrossFit Games

Fittest on Earth: The Story of the 2015 Reebok CrossFit Games

Representation Score

2.2/10

Limited

2016

Unrated

Director

Heber Cannon

Runtime

104 minutes

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The documentary emphasizes a meritocratic view of elite athletic performance. It successfully presents a realistic demographic of the CrossFit community and showcases the physical capabilities of female athletes. However, the film does not intentionally challenge traditional social structures or explore diverse social perspectives. It adheres to conventional athletic and cultural norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does Fittest on Earth: The Story of the 2015 Reebok CrossFit Games have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any narratives involving LGBTQ+ identities or critique straight-centered structures. It focuses solely on athletic competition and individual achievement.

How does Fittest on Earth: The Story of the 2015 Reebok CrossFit Games portray gender?

Fair

Female athletes are shown performing feats of strength and endurance similar to their male counterparts. This challenges the idea of feminine fragility, although competitions remain divided by traditional gender categories.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Fittest on Earth: The Story of the 2015 Reebok CrossFit Games?

Fair

The documentary includes a range of White, Black, and Hispanic athletes, which seems to naturally represent the global CrossFit community rather than being curated for diversity.

How does Fittest on Earth: The Story of the 2015 Reebok CrossFit Games represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The narrative highlights a commercial sporting event and upholds Western values such as discipline and individual responsibility. It aligns with traditional ideals of meritocracy and sanctioned competition.

Does Fittest on Earth: The Story of the 2015 Reebok CrossFit Games include disability representation?

Minimal

The documentary focuses exclusively on elite, able-bodied athletes. It does not depict neurodivergence, chronic illness, or physical disabilities as part of the narrative.

Present on Screen

  • Highlights the physical capabilities and strength of female athletes.
  • Reflects the global CrossFit community with a realistic ethnic mix.
  • Features a variety of athletes including Black, Hispanic, and White individuals.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not include representation of neurodivergence, chronic illness, or physical disabilities.
  • Does not engage with or provide visibility for LGBTQ+ identities.
  • Does not explore or question traditional social or cultural structures.

Official Synopsis

The fittest athletes on Earth take on the CrossFit Games, the ultimate test of fitness to prove that they are the fittest on Earth.

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