Cut: Exposing FGM Worldwide
2017
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 8.8 out of 10
You are here:
American Circumcision
Representation Score
5.5/10
Fair
2017
TV-14Director
Brendon Marotta
Runtime
100 minutes
Average Rating
No ratings yetNew Showbiz Analysis
American Circumcision serves as a socio-medical critique of Western institutional norms. It emphasizes the disparity between American and global medical standards through the lens of bodily autonomy and systemic authority. While the film supports progressive views on bodily integrity, it lacks multi-layered depth, focusing less on specific LGBTQ+ or racial identities. Ultimately, it excels as a critique of institutional mandates but remains limited in its demographic scope.
Category Breakdown
Does American Circumcision have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film centers on a medical practice rather than identity-based stories. It does not depict LGBTQ+ character arcs or non-straight identities.
How does American Circumcision portray gender?
The movie questions traditional male medical standards, challenging patriarchal control over the body. However, it does not focus on female empowerment.
How racially and ethnically diverse is American Circumcision?
The practice covered is widespread across different US populations. However, there is no clear evidence of a diverse cast or specific demographic breakdowns.
How does American Circumcision represent religion and culture?
The film examines anti-institutional themes and critiques Western norms. It portrays American medical practices as distinct from global standards.
Does American Circumcision include disability representation?
The film does not highlight neurodivergence, physical disabilities, or chronic illnesses as central narrative drivers or main character traits.
Present on Screen
- Challenges the assumed superiority of American medical practices by comparing them to global standards.
- Advocates for progressive views on bodily autonomy and questions systemic medical authority.
- Critiques traditional Western institutions and non-religious medical mandates.
Limited or Absent
- Does not include character-driven stories focused on LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight perspectives.
- Does not provide clear evidence of diverse racial or ethnic representation among subjects.
- Does not emphasize female empowerment or challenge gender hierarchies through character development.
Official Synopsis
Circumcision is the most common surgery in America, yet America is the only industrialized country in the world to routinely practice non-religious infant circumcision. Why does America continue to cut the genitals of it's newborn baby males when the rest of the world does not?
Where to Watch
Find another title
Type to search for movies. Use arrow keys to navigate suggestions, Enter to select or search, Escape to close.
Similar Movies
Babies
2010
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 4.3 out of 10
The Perfect Vagina
2008
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 6.3 out of 10
Where to Invade Next
2015
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 8.4 out of 10
My Massive Cock
2022
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 4.1 out of 10
The Day I Will Never Forget
2002
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 4.9 out of 10
Jaha's Promise
2017
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 7.0 out of 10
12th & Delaware
2010
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 8.9 out of 10
Rate this Movie
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts on this movie!
Use the rating form above to leave a star rating and optional review.