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Lt. Cmdr. Che Barnes: Fallen Brother

Name: Lt. Cmdr. Che Barnes: Fallen Brother
Director: Alexander Zane Irwin
Released: 2017
Duration: 10 min

Representation Score

2.6/10

Limited

2017

TV-14

Director

Alexander Zane Irwin

Runtime

10 minutes

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This documentary serves as a tribute to Lieutenant Commander Che Barnes, focusing on his military career and the impact of his service. The film prioritizes the remembrance of Barnes and his family over social commentary. Operating within a traditional framework, the documentary celebrates military duty and sacrifice. It does not delve into the deconstruction of social hierarchies or identity-based power dynamics, maintaining a narrow focus on biographical remembrance.

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Category Breakdown

Does Lt. Cmdr. Che Barnes: Fallen Brother have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories related to sexual orientation or gender identity.

How does Lt. Cmdr. Che Barnes: Fallen Brother portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around male figures, particularly Che Barnes and his brothers, emphasizing traditional masculine roles of heroism and brotherhood.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Lt. Cmdr. Che Barnes: Fallen Brother?

Fair

The film does not provide explicit information about racial diversity. However, military service suggests a diverse environment, though there is no specific evidence of multi-layered casting.

How does Lt. Cmdr. Che Barnes: Fallen Brother represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The narrative upholds Western institutional values and patriotism, honoring the sanctity of military service and sacrifice for the nation.

Does Lt. Cmdr. Che Barnes: Fallen Brother include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not address any characters dealing with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

Offers a focused and respectful tribute to a fallen military officer and his family.
Highlights the professional legacy and personal dedication of a committed service member.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or narratives.
It heavily centers on masculine archetypes and fraternal bonds.
It does not explore diverse cultural perspectives beyond Western military traditions.

Official Synopsis

Lieutenant Commander Che Barnes, who died in 2009 after the plane he was flying was struck by U.S. Marine Corps helicopters, is remembered by his two brothers for his passion for flying and saving lives. Barnes and his fellow Coasties and U.S. Marines died in the line of duty. This is Che's story.

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