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We're Going to the Zoo

Name: We're Going to the Zoo
Director: Josh Safdie
Released: 2006
Duration: 14 min

Representation Score

1.7/10

Minimal

2006

Not Rated

Director

Josh Safdie

Runtime

14 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Josh Safdie’s early short film is a naturalistic character study that prioritizes observational realism over diverse representation. The narrative follows traditional domestic archetypes and social structures without attempting to disrupt established norms. The film lacks intentionality regarding progressive representation. It functions as a conventional story centered on a paternal bond, offering little engagement with underrepresented identities or systemic critiques.

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Category Breakdown

Does We're Going to the Zoo have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a family journey between a father and son. It does not depict any non-binary identities or same-sex relationships.

How does We're Going to the Zoo portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on a paternal relationship and traditional caregiver roles. It adheres to conventional patriarchal structures without challenging traditional masculinity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is We're Going to the Zoo?

Limited

The characters represent a standard, homogeneous demographic. There is no indication of intentional color-blind casting or race as a central theme.

How does We're Going to the Zoo represent religion and culture?

Limited

This naturalistic study avoids engaging with systemic critiques or religious tensions. It focuses on everyday life without addressing anti-institutional narratives.

Does We're Going to the Zoo include disability representation?

Minimal

The film contains no depictions of visible or invisible disabilities. There is no representation of neurodivergence or chronic illness.

Present on Screen

The film uses a naturalistic, hyper-realistic style to explore character studies.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks intentionality regarding diverse representation.
The film relies on traditional domestic archetypes and conventional patriarchal structures.
There is a notable absence of racial, LGBTQ+, or disability representation.

Official Synopsis

This is a story about a real life brother and sister and their journey to the zoo. On their way, they accidentally pick up a hitchhiker.

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