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The Raid

Name: The Raid
Director: Tony Ching Siu-Tung, Tsui Hark
Released: 1991
Duration: 97 min

Representation Score

3.5/10

Limited

1991

Director

Tony Ching Siu-Tung, Tsui Hark

Runtime

97 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Raid is a period martial arts drama that prioritizes historical conflict and physical skill. It succeeds in providing ethnic authenticity and exploring themes of national sovereignty against foreign occupation. However, the film adheres to traditional social structures. The narrative structure is built upon classical heroic struggles, which limits its engagement with contemporary diverse representation. Ultimately, the film lacks diversity in gender, LGBTQ+, and disability categories, focusing instead on male-driven combat and military duty.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Raid have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a male-centric revolutionary mission set in the 1930s. There are no visible LGBTQ+ characters or narratives addressing non-straight identities.

How does The Raid portray gender?

Limited

The story centers on masculine archetypes and martial arts prowess. While Lieutenant Mong shows leadership, the narrative lacks significant women's ability to drive the story or challenges to traditional gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Raid?

Good

The cast is predominantly East Asian, providing ethnic authenticity to the historical setting. The plot emphasizes East Asian ability to act during a period of colonial tension.

How does The Raid represent religion and culture?

Good

The film critiques colonial power dynamics and resistance against occupation. It remains rooted in traditional clichés of patriotism and duty rather than modern moral relativism.

Does The Raid include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Disability is not used as a narrative device or plot point.

Present on Screen

Provides ethnic authenticity through a predominantly East Asian cast.
Explores meaningful themes of national sovereignty and resistance against colonial occupation.

Limited or Absent

Lacks significant women's ability to drive the story or challenges to traditional gender hierarchies.
Provides no representation for LGBTQ+ identities or characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

In the 1930s, China was in a state of turmoil and flurry. The dethroned Emperor Pu-Yi had established the Puppet State of Manchukuo in Manchuria and was cooperating with the Japanese in the testing of poisonous gas. The revolutionary army headed by Lieutenant Mong is assigned to crush this vicious plot. During his mission, Mong comes across witty and valiant veteran Uncle Choy and his friends, who volunteer to help. Mong believes that Uncle Choy is too old to join them. How can Uncle Choy prove himself? And can they succeed in their mission?

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