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We Are Not Alone

We Are Not Alone

Representation Score

7.5/10

Good

2023

Director

Fergal Costello

Runtime

91 minutes

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We Are Not Alone uses the science fiction genre to deconstruct traditional power structures. By focusing on a liaison rather than a soldier, the film emphasizes communicative ability to act over physical dominance. The film successfully challenges traditional male clichés through Stewart's character, who exhibits vulnerability and domestic struggles. It also uses the alien invasion as a metaphor for exploring the 'other' and cross-cultural integration. However, the film lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities and disabilities, relying more on metaphorical and structural diversity rather than character-driven exploration.

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Category Breakdown

Does We Are Not Alone have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film explores a romantic tension between Stewart and Elodie, though their identities are not explicitly confirmed. The sci-fi setting often employs alien metaphors to discuss non-traditional relationships.

How does We Are Not Alone portray gender?

Fair

Stewart's character challenges the typical hyper-masculine action hero by showing vulnerability and domestic struggles during a global invasion, disrupting traditional views of masculine leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is We Are Not Alone?

Good

The introduction of the Gu'un species highlights the importance of cross-cultural communication and adaptation in a changing world, serving as a metaphor for racial and ethnic diversity.

How does We Are Not Alone represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film critiques established institutions through the protagonist's dual role, suggesting a complex moral landscape that questions singular cultural identities.

Does We Are Not Alone include disability representation?

Fair

The narrative focuses on geopolitical and interpersonal dynamics, with no explicit mention of characters dealing with neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

  • Challenges traditional male clichés by highlighting a vulnerable protagonist rather than a hyper-masculine hero.
  • Uses the alien invasion framework to explore metaphors for racial and ethnic diversity.
  • Critiques monolithic cultural identities through a complex moral landscape involving human resistance.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth romantic connections.
  • Does not include characters with disabilities, either visible or implied.
  • Relies on genre metaphors rather than direct, character-specific explorations of diverse identities.

Official Synopsis

Six weeks after the Gu'un aliens have invaded and completely conquered Earth, hapless Stewart becomes the Gu'uns' official human liaison who ends up saddled with alien Greggs for a housemate. Stewart must help the Gu'uns deliver their message to the masses and win favour with humankind, while also aiding the human resistance and managing his enduring crush on Elodie.

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