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Alexander IRL

Name: Alexander IRL
Director: K. Asher Levin
Released: 2017
Duration: 83 min

Representation Score

4.8/10

Fair

2017

TV-14

Director

K. Asher Levin

Runtime

83 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Alexander IRL is a character-driven story focusing on sibling rivalry and the tension between academic conformity and entrepreneurial disruption. The plot revolves around the pursuit of social status and digital-age identity through a traditional comedic lens. While the film follows a conventional structure centered on male-driven social hierarchies, the director's history suggests a potential for subtle social commentary. The narrative explores themes of merit and disruption within a modern capitalist framework. Ultimately, the film leans towards moderate inclusion, relying on established social archetypes rather than radical identity politics.

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Category Breakdown

Does Alexander IRL have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The story centers around a relationship between two brothers, Tommy and EJ, which is typical of straight relationships. There are no clear representations of LGBTQ+ identities or critiques of heteronormativity in the main storyline.

How does Alexander IRL portray gender?

Fair

The story primarily focuses on the experiences of male characters and the conflicts between brothers. The central conflict is viewed through a male perspective, with little attention given to female characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Alexander IRL?

Fair

The film examines social mobility and the concept of the American Dream through technological advancements. Despite efforts to include diverse actors, the story emphasizes individual success rather than community.

How does Alexander IRL represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film addresses modern capitalism and the quest for digital influence. It uses a high school party setting to critique traditional social hierarchies and established norms.

Does Alexander IRL include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters in the story who deal with physical, neurodivergent, or mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

Explores contemporary themes of digital entrepreneurship and social influence.
Potential for subtle social commentary based on the director's history.
Provides a critique of traditional high school social structures.

Limited or Absent

Lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or perspectives.
Focuses heavily on the male experience, limiting female roles.
No visible representation of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Tommy and EJ are brothers with nothing in common. Tommy is a straight A student who desperately wants to be cool and EJ is a former high school legend living at home, wasting away in middle management in GE's innovation lab with dreams of becoming the next Mark Zuckerberg. When Tommy and EJ's parents leave town for their second honeymoon, the boys join forces to throw a legendary high school party with hopes of making Tommy the king of his class and EJ the next great app developer.

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