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When the World is Shaken

When the World is Shaken

Representation Score

1.2/10

Minimal

2021

TV-PG

Runtime

27 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

When the World is Shaken reinforces traditional moral and religious frameworks. The documentary centers on Franklin Graham, using a singular male perspective to offer spiritual stability during the COVID-19 pandemic. The film’s structure prioritizes conventional social structures and religious institutionality, avoiding exploration of multi-layered identities or deconstruction of existing hierarchies. Instead, it provides comfort through established values. Ultimately, the work serves a specific ideological purpose, favoring a singular moral viewpoint over a diverse range of human experiences.

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Category Breakdown

Does When the World is Shaken have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The documentary upholds traditional religious values and social structures, lacking stories involving non-straight identities or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight.

How does When the World is Shaken portray gender?

Limited

The film focuses on Franklin Graham, a singular male figure, emphasizing his role in providing spiritual guidance. It maintains traditional leadership hierarchies without challenging typical gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is When the World is Shaken?

Limited

The narrative centers on a specific religious perspective without showing a diverse or non-Anglo-Saxon majority. There is no indication of character arcs that reflect multiple aspects of diversity.

How does When the World is Shaken represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The documentary emphasizes Christian morality and traditional Western values. It portrays religious institutions as stabilizing forces during the global pandemic.

Does When the World is Shaken include disability representation?

Minimal

The film discusses the personal impact of the health crisis but does not include portrayals of neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

  • Offers a clear, focused message of spiritual resilience for its intended audience.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not represent diverse gender identities or non-straight narratives.
  • Does not include a wide range of racial or ethnic perspectives.
  • Does not explore multi-layered identities or challenge traditional leadership hierarchies.
  • Provides no depiction of disability or neurodivergence.

Official Synopsis

The coronavirus left its mark worldwide with personal impact. Franklin Graham shares an intimate message on how to respond to the storms of life.

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