You are here:

DC Super Hero Girls: Intergalactic Games

DC Super Hero Girls: Intergalactic Games

Representation Score

6.7/10

Good

2017

Not Rated

Director

Cecilia Aranovich

Runtime

76 minutes

Average Rating

No ratings yet

New Showbiz Analysis

The film stands out by placing female protagonists in positions of supreme ability to act, challenging the traditional reliance on male leads in high-stakes action narratives. However, the film's conservative approach in other areas, such as the lack of LGBTQ+ visibility and disability representation, prevents a higher score. Additionally, the film adheres to traditional moral frameworks without delving into critiques of social or institutional power structures.

Watch this, not that →

Category Breakdown

Does DC Super Hero Girls: Intergalactic Games have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include explicit LGBTQ+ characters or same-sex relationships. It operates within traditional frameworks that assume everyone is straight.

How does DC Super Hero Girls: Intergalactic Games portray gender?

Excellent

Female characters drive the plot through their intelligence and physical strength. The film challenges the 'damsel in distress' cliché by highlighting female leadership and athleticism.

How racially and ethnically diverse is DC Super Hero Girls: Intergalactic Games?

Good

The film features a variety of cultural aesthetics and mythological origins. Characters like Wonder Woman represent diverse backgrounds, ensuring the hero group is not a single ethnic group.

How does DC Super Hero Girls: Intergalactic Games represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story emphasizes traditional heroic virtues such as teamwork and fair play. It avoids critiquing Western institutions, focusing instead on a moral framework centered on heroism and fairness.

Does DC Super Hero Girls: Intergalactic Games include disability representation?

Limited

The film lacks characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Superpowers are presented as extraordinary abilities rather than exploring neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

  • Strong gender representation that highlights female leadership and strength.
  • Challenges the 'damsel in distress' cliché in action settings.
  • Diverse cultural aesthetics through mythological character origins.

Limited or Absent

  • No explicit LGBTQ+ characters or queer visibility.
  • No representation for neurodivergence or physical disabilities.
  • Limited critique of social or institutional power structures.

Official Synopsis

Super Hero High is facing off against Korugar Academy in the Intergalactic Games, but Lena Luthor takes advantage of the gathering of Supers to enact her villainous plan.

How are these scores produced? →

Where to Watch

Rate this Movie

No rating selected
Use arrow keys to select a rating from 1 to 5 stars
Optional text review, maximum 2000 characters
Tip: Wrap spoilers with ||double pipes|| to hide them
0/2000 characters
You must be signed in to submit a rating

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts on this movie!

Use the rating form above to leave a star rating and optional review.