
Running the Bases
2022

Representation Score
Minimal
2024
PG-13Director
Harold Cronk
Runtime
110 minutes
Average Rating
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Average Joe serves as a defense of conventional Western institutions and personal faith. The narrative emphasizes established moral frameworks and traditional hierarchies, lacking significant representation of underrepresented identities. By focusing on masculine archetypes and religious conviction, the film reinforces traditional social structures.
Category Breakdown
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender. The main characters, a Marine and a coach, represent traditional roles without addressing non-traditional identities.
The story focuses on traditional masculine figures like the Marine and the coach, reinforcing the idea that men hold significant positions in the community without challenging gender hierarchies.
There is no indication of a diverse cast or non-Anglo-Saxon majority. The setting depicts a homogeneous community, which is typical for this genre.
The plot supports religious practices and traditional Western values, presenting them as virtues against institutional interference. It portrays the protagonist's faith as a positive force against secular pressures.
The narrative does not feature any characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities. There is no mention of characters with disabilities, so no assessment can be made regarding their representation.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
After a troubled childhood, a former Marine becomes a beloved high school football coach. However, his reputation comes under fire when he is fired for praying before each games.

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