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Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova DC-

Name: Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova DC-
Director: Seiji Kishi
Released: 2015
Duration: 105 min

Representation Score

4.7/10

Fair

2015

Director

Seiji Kishi

Runtime

105 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova DC- serves as a speculative exploration of identity after the collapse of global institutions. The narrative excels in deconstructing the divide between humans and machines through humanoid entities. While it avoids direct identity politics, it offers a nuanced look at post-humanist values and the dissolution of traditional political economies. The film effectively presents a world where systemic changes make old national boundaries irrelevant, but it lacks specific details about racial or sexual orientation diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova DC- have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film explores non-humanoid entities with consciousness, challenging traditional biological norms. There is no explicit depiction of same-sex relationships or non-cisgender identities.

How does Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova DC- portray gender?

Fair

The film highlights the shifting power dynamics between humanoid pilots and non-human entities, disrupting traditional military hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova DC-?

Limited

The story takes place in a globalized world where rising sea levels have erased traditional nation-states. However, there is no specific mention of diverse racial casting or multi-layered identities.

How does Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova DC- represent religion and culture?

Good

The narrative critiques the stability of traditional capitalist and nation-state systems, portraying the destruction of global political economies as a fundamental shift in the human condition.

Does Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova DC- include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no specific evidence regarding the depiction of physical or neurodivergent disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

Effectively challenges the 'us vs. them' dichotomy through humanoid entities.
Explores post-humanist values and non-human ability to act.
Addresses the collapse of traditional global political economies.

Limited or Absent

Could include more explicit representation of same-sex relationships or non-cisgender identities.
Needs more diverse racial or ethnic casting within the globalized setting.
Should consider adding representation for physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Recap of the Aoki Hagane no Arpeggio: Ars Nova TV series, with approximately 40 minutes of new material. By 2039, global warming had caused sea levels to rise and large amount of territory to be lost. As though in response, a mysterious group of warships clad in mist, "the Fleet of Mist," appeared in every corner of the ocean, and began attacking human ships. In spite of humanity mustering all their strength, they were utterly defeated by the Mist's overwhelming force. All of humanity's trade routes were blockaded by the Fleet of Mist, their political economy was destroyed, and the human race was steadily beaten down. Seven years later, the Fleet of Mist's submarine I-401 appears before cadet Gunzo Chihaya. The humanoid life form that pilots the sub, who should be their enemy, is instead offering her services to mankind.

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