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Rise of the Fellowship

Name: Rise of the Fellowship
Director: Ron Newcomb
Released: 2013
Duration: 92 min

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

2013

Director

Ron Newcomb

Runtime

92 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Rise of the Fellowship is a genre-specific parody that emphasizes homage to niche cultures over disrupting social hierarchies. It relies heavily on established comedic clichés, particularly the underdog archetype, to drive its narrative. The film focuses on a specific subculture of gamers and Tolkien fans, offering a sense of belonging for those outside the mainstream. However, it does so through a narrow lens that lacks depth in representing various identities. Ultimately, the work operates within traditional social, gender, and racial frameworks without challenging them.

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Category Breakdown

Does Rise of the Fellowship have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story revolves around a typical heterosexual romance between the protagonist and a high school cheerleader, adhering to conventional social norms.

How does Rise of the Fellowship portray gender?

Fair

The film relies on traditional gender roles, featuring a geeky underdog and a conventional feminine love interest, following well-established archetypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Rise of the Fellowship?

Limited

The film does not showcase a diverse cast or non-Anglo-Saxon majority. Its themes suggest a focus on Western fantasy clichés and traditional demographics.

How does Rise of the Fellowship represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative highlights specific subcultures such as gamers and Tolkien enthusiasts, emphasizing community belonging within a hobbyist framework.

Does Rise of the Fellowship include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no depiction of neurodivergence or physical disabilities. Instead, social descriptors like 'geek' are used rather than clinical or disability-based identifiers.

Present on Screen

Provides a sense of community and belonging for niche subcultures like gamers and Tolkien enthusiasts.
Offers a relatable underdog narrative for those who feel excluded from mainstream social circles.

Limited or Absent

Lacks intentional representation across racial, gender, and LGBTQ+ identities.
Relies on traditional, established social and gender roles.
Does not engage in systemic critiques of broader cultural or social institutions.

Official Synopsis

Randall Dooley is a geek. His three best friends are geeks too. He works in a game shop, he spends all his free time playing online games, his older brother bullies him unmercifully, his widowed mom doesn't understand him, and he's hopelessly in love with the prettiest cheerleader in high school. In short, he's a loser. All of that changes when he hears of the Lord of the Rings gaming competition in Orlando, Florida. Finally! Meaning in life! The FellowsHip is a buddy-comedy written in honor of online gamers and The Lord of the Rings. Full of Tolkien-references and good-hearted parody, The FellowsHip will appeal to Tolkien-fans and gamers alike, as well as anyone who's never been part of the in-crowd.

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