
Concorde: A Supersonic Story
2017

Representation Score
Minimal
2020
Director
Angela Volkner, Peter Bardehle
Runtime
52 minutes
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This documentary serves as a technical and historical account of aviation history. It prioritizes the mechanics of the Concorde crash and the era of supersonic flight over social commentary. The film adheres to traditional Western documentary structures, focusing on technological milestones and historical causality. It lacks intentionality regarding the disruption of social hierarchies or the exploration of diverse identities. Consequently, the representation remains within conventional industry standards, reflecting the demographic homogeneity of the aerospace sector during the aircraft's lifespan.
Category Breakdown
The film focuses solely on aeronautical engineering and historical events. There are no LGBTQ+ characters or narratives exploring non-straight relationships.
The narrative emphasizes traditional masculine associations with technology and power. It lacks central roles for female engineers or pilots.
The documentary reflects the demographic homogeneity of the era's aerospace industry. It focuses on a Western flight path without highlighting diverse perspectives.
The film frames the Concorde as a symbol of Western technological achievement and capitalism. It treats the aircraft as a lost icon of modern progress.
The documentary centers on mechanical failure and historical timelines. There is no evidence of neurodivergent individuals or characters with physical disabilities.
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Official Synopsis
Concorde was the epitome of elegance, speed and glamour, linking London and New York in little over three hours. But on the 25th of July 2000 tragedy struck which meant the end of supersonic flight.

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