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ISRA 88

ISRA 88

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2016

Not Rated

Director

Thomas Zellen

Runtime

119 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

ISRA 88 operates within the standard clichés of science fiction and adventure. The plot centers on a high-stakes mission to find the end of the universe, a premise that leans heavily on classical exploration narratives. While the cast includes a degree of ethnic variety and established female actors, the film does not appear to challenge established social hierarchies. The character roles and mission structure align with traditional Western scientific hierarchies. Ultimately, the film follows a conventional genre framework. It lacks documented evidence of intentional narrative subversion or the inclusion of diverse identity-based perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does ISRA 88 have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender. There is no indication of non-cisgender identities within the story.

How does ISRA 88 portray gender?

Fair

While the cast includes established female performers like Adrienne Barbeau, the central roles of scientist and pilot follow traditional masculine coding. The narrative does not explicitly show women taking a leading role or demonstrating intellectual dominance.

How racially and ethnically diverse is ISRA 88?

Fair

The ensemble shows some ethnic variety through actors like Kevin Yon, but remains predominantly Anglo-centric. The story follows a conventional Western expedition model without visible color-blind casting.

How does ISRA 88 represent religion and culture?

Limited

The mission reflects traditional Western scientific curiosity and frontier expansion. The plot relies on structured scientific and pilotage hierarchies rather than challenging institutional or cultural norms.

Does ISRA 88 include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The narrative provides no evidence regarding the portrayal of neurodivergence or physical impairments.

Present on Screen

  • The cast includes a degree of ethnic variety, notably featuring Kevin Yon.
  • The production features established female performers such as Adrienne Barbeau.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative relies on traditional masculine-coded roles for its central scientist and pilot characters.
  • The ensemble remains predominantly Anglo-centric, following a conventional Western expedition model.
  • The film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

When a scientist and a pilot volunteer for a high profile space mission they are told their goal will be to do what no one has ever done before to find the end of the universe. After 13 years in space the ship crashes through the end of the known universe and into the unknown...

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