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Saved for a Reason

Name: Saved for a Reason
Director: Tim Kressin
Released: 2016
Duration: 60 min

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Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2016

TV-PG

Director

Tim Kressin

Runtime

60 minutes

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Saved for a Reason is a traditional biographical documentary that follows a high school basketball team's journey toward a state championship. The narrative relies on standard inspirational clichés, focusing on collective effort and overcoming obstacles. The film operates within conventional social frameworks, prioritizing athletic achievement and teamwork. It lacks the intentionality needed to disrupt social hierarchies or provide perspectives that reflect multiple aspects of identity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Saved for a Reason have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on a high school boys' basketball team and does not include any visible LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight.

How does Saved for a Reason portray gender?

Fair

The story emphasizes traditional masculine roles in competitive sports. It highlights a male-dominated environment without challenging gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Saved for a Reason?

Fair

The racial makeup of the team is not specified. The score reflects a neutral baseline for a localized biographical work within its regional context.

How does Saved for a Reason represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story upholds conventional Western values like perseverance and teamwork. It aligns with traditional social structures without questioning them.

Does Saved for a Reason include disability representation?

Minimal

It is unclear if the mentioned accident explores disability ability to act. The film does not explicitly confirm characters navigating neurodivergent or physical challenges.

Present on Screen

Provides a focused biographical look at a specific athletic journey and community experience.

Limited or Absent

Lacks diverse representation of LGBTQ+ identities and non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth characters.
Focuses heavily on traditional masculine structures rather than challenging gender hierarchies.
Does not explicitly explore disability ability to act or neurodivergent perspectives.

Official Synopsis

This 60-minute documentary chronicles the unforgettable journey of the 2014-2015 King's Knights boys basketball team. A mid-season accident threatened to derail the Knights' quest for a state championship, but players and coaches soon found themselves intertwined in an inspiring story about more than a game.

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