
The Day the World Ended
2001

Representation Score
Limited
1977
PGDirector
John Hayes
Runtime
88 minutes
Average Rating
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End of the World (1977) functions as a traditional speculative thriller that prioritizes individualistic and spiritual themes over social critique. The narrative structure relies on established genre clichés of the era, focusing on a singular male protagonist's existential battle. Because the film centers on a religious figure and an extraterrestrial entity, the scope remains narrow. It lacks the intentionality needed to disrupt social hierarchies or provide diverse perspectives, adhering instead to the conventional demographic standards of 1970s science fiction.
Category Breakdown
The film explores a spiritual conflict between a religious figure and an alien entity, but there is no indication of non-straight or non-cisgender identities or same-sex relationships.
The story centers on Father Pergado, a male character who faces a crisis of faith. The narrative emphasizes masculine spiritual struggles without challenging traditional gender roles.
The plot follows a single protagonist and a cosmic antagonist. It seems to adhere to the homogeneous demographic norms typical of 1970s Western genre films.
Religious themes are explored through a priest's journey. Although the alien cliché introduces moral relativism, the film does not explicitly critique Western institutions.
There is no evidence of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
After witnessing a man's death in a bizarre accident, Father Pergado goes on a spiritual retreat, where he encounters his alien double bent on world conquest.

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