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Land of Bad

Land of Bad

Representation Score

0.6/10

Minimal

2024

R

Director

William Eubank

Runtime

113 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Land of Bad is a conventional military thriller that emphasizes tactical tension over diverse storytelling. The film relies heavily on established genre clichés, reinforcing traditional hierarchies rather than challenging them. The production focuses on a predominantly white, male-centric cast, maintaining a standard Western military structure without disrupting conventional social expectations or casting norms. Ultimately, the film serves as a straightforward action piece centered on the competence and survival of a traditional special operations unit. It lacks significant engagement with diverse identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Land of Bad have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a traditional combat setting without any LGBTQ+ characters or stories involving non-cisgender identities.

How does Land of Bad portray gender?

Limited

The narrative centers on male soldiers in high-stakes combat roles. Female characters are not given equal intellectual or physical roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Land of Bad?

Limited

The cast is mainly white, representing a typical modern military unit. The film does not highlight non-white characters in key roles.

How does Land of Bad represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story emphasizes professional military conduct and survival over cultural critique. It upholds traditional military structures without questioning Western values.

Does Land of Bad include disability representation?

Minimal

Characters are shown as physically fit. There is no depiction of neurodivergence, chronic illness, or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

  • The film offers a focused, high-tension look at remote warfare from a drone operator's perspective.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks racial and ethnic diversity among the main characters.
  • Female characters are not given prominent roles who play a significant role in driving the story.
  • The film does not represent any visible or invisible disabilities.
  • The story does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities.

Official Synopsis

When a Delta Force special ops mission goes terribly wrong, Air Force drone pilot Reaper has 48 hours to remedy what has devolved into a wild rescue operation. With no weapons and no communication other than the drone above, the ground mission suddenly becomes a full-scale battle when the team is discovered by the enemy.

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