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David and Goliath

Name: David and Goliath
Director: Ray Patterson
Released: 1986
Duration: 26 min

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Representation Score

2.3/10

Limited

1986

Director

Ray Patterson

Runtime

26 minutes

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David and Goliath (1986) functions as a traditionalist narrative that prioritizes established religious archetypes. The story follows a standard heroic arc, centering on the rise of King David and reinforcing historical hierarchies. The film adheres to conventional storytelling clichés common in mid-1980s family animation. It focuses on a singular, divinely-ordained leadership structure rather than exploring diverse perspectives or varied character identities. Ultimately, the work reinforces a traditionalist worldview, lacking modern attempts to disrupt historical or cultural norms through diverse representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does David and Goliath have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film follows a traditional adventure structure centered on biblical reenactment. There are no depictions of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships within the narrative.

How does David and Goliath portray gender?

Fair

While Margo provides a female presence in the adventuring trio, the plot relies on masculine archetypes. Leadership and resolution are driven by the heroic shepherd and warrior king clichés.

How racially and ethnically diverse is David and Goliath?

Limited

The historical setting follows a standard chronological retelling of biblical events. The narrative does not indicate any intentional use of diverse casting to disrupt the era's visual status quo.

How does David and Goliath represent religion and culture?

Limited

This retelling celebrates the rise of a divinely-ordained monarchy. It reinforces traditional Judeo-Christian archetypes rather than offering secular or critical perspectives on religious institutions.

Does David and Goliath include disability representation?

Minimal

The available narrative details do not confirm the presence of any physical or neurodivergent disabilities among the characters.

Present on Screen

Includes a female protagonist, Margo, within the central adventuring trio.

Limited or Absent

The plot relies heavily on traditional masculine archetypes for leadership and resolution.
The narrative lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth gender expressions.
The story reinforces singular religious hierarchies rather than exploring diverse cultural perspectives.
There is no visible representation of physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Derek, Margo, and Moki jump through time yet again and find themselves lost. As they search for information, they are threatened by wild animals. A young shepherd arrives on the scene and rescues them. They learn that this shepherd just happens to be the future King David. They follow David to Jerusalem, where they watch as he tries to help mend Saul's ill temper. Finally, they witness the defeat of Goliath.

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