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Norm of the North: King Sized Adventure

Name: Norm of the North: King Sized Adventure
Director: Tim Maltby, Richard Finn
Released: 2019
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

3.5/10

Limited

2019

Not Rated

Director

Tim Maltby, Richard Finn

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Norm of the North: King Sized Adventure is a conventional animated adventure that emphasizes broad-audience appeal over nuanced identity-focused storytelling. Although it incorporates Chinese cultural elements to move beyond Western-centric narratives, it falls short in providing characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. The film prioritizes traditional character dynamics and a straightforward quest narrative over social or cultural subversion.

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Category Breakdown

Does Norm of the North: King Sized Adventure have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not feature any characters or themes related to LGBTQ+ identities. It adheres to a traditional adventure storyline without addressing queer perspectives or non-cisgender identities.

How does Norm of the North: King Sized Adventure portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on a male protagonist named Norm and his journey. It relies on typical gender stereotypes commonly found in family animation, without challenging traditional male leadership roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Norm of the North: King Sized Adventure?

Fair

The plot highlights cross-cultural engagement by emphasizing the protection of an ancient Chinese artifact. This shifts the narrative beyond Western-centric clichés to incorporate non-Anglo-Saxon cultural elements.

How does Norm of the North: King Sized Adventure represent religion and culture?

Fair

The conflict examines the tension between Western exploitation and the preservation of Chinese heritage. However, it does not delve into a more comprehensive critique of religious or capitalist systems.

Does Norm of the North: King Sized Adventure include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the film's character descriptions or synopsis.

Present on Screen

The narrative includes international cultural stakes by focusing on the protection of Chinese heritage.
The plot moves away from purely Western-centric settings through its cross-cultural mission.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities and non-cisgender characters.
It heavily relies on traditional gender stereotypes and male-centric leadership.
The story misses opportunities to include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
The cultural engagement could benefit from deeper nuance beyond broad plot drivers.

Official Synopsis

An ancient Chinese artifact has been stolen by a villainous archaeologist named Dexter. With the help of his Lemming friends, Norm must keep his word and embark on a journey across the world to help recover the artifact for the people of China.

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