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How to Survive a Pandemic

How to Survive a Pandemic

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2022

TV-MA

Director

David France

Runtime

109 minutes

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How to Survive a Pandemic successfully avoids framing conservation as solely a Western issue. By highlighting the critical roles of Kenyan stakeholders, the film offers a fresh perspective that disrupts traditional colonial narratives. The documentary delves into the complexities of global interdependence, showcasing the scientific and logistical efforts across various racial and geographic contexts. However, the film does not address LGBTQ+ or disability representation. Its narrative structure centers on scientific, ecological, and logistical themes, omitting these specific identity markers.

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Category Breakdown

Does How to Survive a Pandemic have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The documentary does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives focusing on non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.

How does How to Survive a Pandemic portray gender?

Fair

Women are portrayed as competent and influential scientists in the film, playing key roles in decision-making and conservation efforts.

How racially and ethnically diverse is How to Survive a Pandemic?

Good

The film challenges the 'Western savior' stereotype by emphasizing the ability to act and leadership of Kenyan authorities and rangers, highlighting local expertise and sovereignty.

How does How to Survive a Pandemic represent religion and culture?

Good

The documentary focuses on a secular, scientific perspective while examining the balance between international intervention and local autonomy.

Does How to Survive a Pandemic include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not highlight characters or subjects with visible or invisible disabilities, focusing instead on biological species and scientific processes.

Present on Screen

  • Challenges the 'Western savior' cliché by emphasizing Kenyan authorities and local expertise.
  • Highlights women as influential scientists and decision-makers.
  • Explores the intricate relationship between global scientific efforts and local sovereignty.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or narratives.
  • Does not feature characters or subjects with visible or invisible disabilities.
  • Focuses exclusively on a professional, scientific lens without exploring other identity markers.

Official Synopsis

An inside look at the historic, multi-national race to research, develop, regulate, and roll out COVID-19 vaccines in the war against the coronavirus pandemic.

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