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New Shoes

New Shoes

Representation Score

2.0/10

Limited

2018

TV-G

Director

Paul Rudish, Eddie Trigueros

Runtime

9 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

New Shoes is a character-driven comedic short that emphasizes the revival of well-known characters over social exploration. The plot depends on the familiarity of Mickey, Donald, and Goofy to create slapstick humor through a literal interpretation of walking in each other's shoes. While the animation showcases high technical skill and vibrant style, the story structure stays within conventional storytelling formulas. It serves as a light-hearted comedy without challenging social hierarchies or exploring diverse identities. Overall, the film upholds a traditional setup. It doesn't aim to go beyond the homogeneous character types that define its main cast.

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Category Breakdown

Does New Shoes have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film centers on three well-known characters without showing any non-straight or non-cisgender identities or relationships.

How does New Shoes portray gender?

Fair

The movie has a mostly male cast. Slapstick humor often involves physical mishaps that play down male dominance, but the film doesn't show any significant shifts in gender power dynamics.

How racially and ethnically diverse is New Shoes?

Limited

The characters come from a traditionally homogeneous background in animated storytelling. The film doesn't mix races or cast actors differently from expected roles.

How does New Shoes represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film follows a classic, episodic format. It doesn't promote anti-Western views or emphasize secular themes over religious ones.

Does New Shoes include disability representation?

Minimal

The film doesn't feature any characters with disabilities having meaningful roles. Physical mishaps are used for comedy rather than exploring disability issues.

Present on Screen

  • High technical skill and dynamic visual style.
  • Effective use of kinetic animation and distinctive visual language.

Limited or Absent

  • Doesn't aim to disrupt social hierarchies.
  • Uses traditional, homogeneous character types without diverse representation.

Official Synopsis

After wondering what it would be like to walk in each other's shoes, an unfortunate accident allows Mickey, Donald, and Goofy to do just that.

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