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Ancient Alien America

Ancient Alien America

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

2018

TV-14

Director

J. Michael Long

Runtime

85 minutes

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Ancient Alien America is a speculative documentary that uses a thriller format to re-examine indigenous encounters with extraterrestrial entities. Its main contribution to diversity is the disruption of conventional Western historical timelines. By focusing on indigenous oral traditions, the film aims to decentralize traditional Western perspectives. However, its thematic scope is limited. While it successfully challenges monolithic historical accounts, it lacks depth in other social categories. The narrative structure revolves around speculative history rather than social commentary.

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Category Breakdown

Does Ancient Alien America have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters who identify as LGBTQ+ or have non-cisgender identities. It focuses solely on speculative historical encounters.

How does Ancient Alien America portray gender?

Limited

There is no information about gender dynamics in the film. It does not show nuanced roles for women or challenge traditional gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Ancient Alien America?

Good

The documentary centers on indigenous perspectives and historical accounts. This approach shifts the focus away from Anglo-centric models to challenge traditional Western historical narratives.

How does Ancient Alien America represent religion and culture?

Good

The film presents a pluralistic view of human origins by framing indigenous oral traditions as truths. This challenges the perceived superiority of Western scientific methods.

Does Ancient Alien America include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about the depiction of physical, neurodivergent, or mental health conditions. The film does not address disability representation.

Present on Screen

  • Centers indigenous perspectives and historical accounts to challenge Western-centric models.
  • Disrupts traditional historical timelines by introducing non-human ability to act into foundational stories.
  • Promotes a more pluralistic view of human origins through indigenous oral traditions.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender narratives.
  • Does not provide evidence of nuanced gender dynamics or women's ability to drive the story.
  • Fails to address disability, including physical or neurodivergent conditions.

Official Synopsis

Shocking historical accounts of otherworldly creatures visiting indigenous peoples reveal the disturbing truth about alien involvement on Earth.

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