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2010
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RETURN
Representation Score
2.9/10
Limited
2024
Director
Torstein Horgmo
Runtime
40 minutes
Average Rating
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RETURN is a documentary focused on the technical advancement and specialized community of professional snowboarding. The narrative emphasizes individual merit and athletic innovation within a niche sporting subculture. The film leans towards traditional, male-centric frameworks while avoiding a monolithic Western perspective through international casting. However, it lacks broader representation of diverse social identities or systemic social commentary.
Category Breakdown
Does RETURN have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film focuses on male athletes and does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives about non-straight identities.
How does RETURN portray gender?
The story centers on a male-dominated sports environment emphasizing physical prowess and technical skills, with no female representation.
How racially and ethnically diverse is RETURN?
The cast includes diverse international backgrounds, with East Asian representation through Raibu Katayama, who is part of the core group of innovators.
How does RETURN represent religion and culture?
The film highlights specialized skill within a specific sporting subculture, focusing on traditional values like meritocracy and discipline without engaging with broader cultural critiques.
Does RETURN include disability representation?
The film does not mention athletes dealing with visible or invisible disabilities, focusing solely on high-performance athletics.
Present on Screen
- The inclusion of Raibu Katayama provides important East Asian representation.
- The cast offers a globalized perspective that moves beyond a purely Anglo-Saxon demographic.
Limited or Absent
- The film lacks female representation, adhering to conventional gendered archetypes.
- There is no visible evidence of LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight narratives.
- The documentary does not address disability or neurodivergence within the athletic community.
Official Synopsis
‘RETURN’ follows Torstein Horgmo, Mikey Ciccarelli, Mons Røisland, Brandon Cocard, Brandon Davis, and Raibu Katayama as they push the boundaries of what can be accomplished snowboarding when innovative minds join forces.
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