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Starman

Starman

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2020

Director

Gianluca Cerasola

Runtime

52 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Starman serves as a technical and biographical record of Luca Parmitano’s historic extravehicular activity during the Expedition 61 mission. Its primary purpose is to document individual milestones rather than delve into social or identity-based narratives. The film adheres to a traditional framework of human achievement. While it offers representation for European identity, its narrow focus limits multi-layered or diverse perspectives. Ultimately, the documentary prioritizes institutional prestige and technical accuracy. It celebrates space exploration while reinforcing existing social structures.

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Category Breakdown

Does Starman have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The documentary focuses solely on the professional achievements of Luca Parmitano. It does not include any characters or stories that explore LGBTQ+ identities.

How does Starman portray gender?

Fair

The film centers on the accomplishments of a single male astronaut. It does not challenge traditional gender roles in space exploration.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Starman?

Fair

The narrative emphasizes Italian heritage through Parmitano's journey. However, it lacks a multi-ethnic cast to represent a wider range of backgrounds.

How does Starman represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film celebrates Western values such as meritocracy and technological advancement. It reinforces the prestige of well-established scientific institutions like NASA and the ESA.

Does Starman include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no visible engagement with neurodivergence or physical disabilities within the documentary's content.

Present on Screen

  • Provides specific representation for Italian identity within the global space community.
  • Offers a detailed biographical account of a significant scientific milestone.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks representation of diverse gender identities or non-straight-centered narratives.
  • Fails to include a multi-ethnic cast to reflect broader global diversity.
  • Does not address neurodivergence or physical disabilities within the subject matter.

Official Synopsis

Luca Parmitano is the first italian astronaut to perform an extravehicular activity, currently part of the crew engaged in the Expedition 61 mission on board the International Space Station (SSI), is ready to tell his latest space adventures.

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