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Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1

Name: Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1
Director: Christian Pasquariello
Released: 2017
Duration: 95 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

2017

TV-MA

Director

Christian Pasquariello

Runtime

95 minutes

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In Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1, the film follows a conventional survival narrative centered around a military framework. It emphasizes the tension between individual action and the failing military system rather than social commentary. Although the international cast offers some diversity, the story does not fully utilize this to explore varied identities. The focus remains on the military hierarchy and the struggle for survival in a post-apocalyptic world. The work adheres to traditional clichés of masculine leadership and Western heroism, lacking the depth needed to challenge established social hierarchies or represent underrepresented groups effectively.

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Category Breakdown

Does Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1 have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any visible LGBTQ+ characters or stories about non-binary identities. The focus is on a military survival scenario.

How does Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1 portray gender?

Limited

The story centers around a male protagonist and a male-dominated military structure. It does not challenge traditional gender roles or highlight female empowerment.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1?

Fair

The film features actors from various countries, suggesting a diverse cast. However, the main characters still follow typical Western military archetypes.

How does Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1 represent religion and culture?

Fair

The movie examines the failure of institutions and the collapse of systems through the lens of a struggling military organization.

Does Alien Invasion: S.U.M.1 include disability representation?

Minimal

A character's medical evacuation serves as a plot device to explain a gap in the storyline. Disability is not explored in depth or with nuance.

Present on Screen

The film features actors from different backgrounds, adding ethnic variety.
It explores the breakdown of societal structures and institutional failures.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks meaningful representation of LGBTQ+ identities and non-binary characters.
It relies on traditional, male-dominated military hierarchies without challenging gender roles.
Disability is used as a plot convenience rather than a nuanced character element.

Official Synopsis

An aggressive race of aliens took over Planet Earth and humanity's at its end, living in giant bunkers below ground. Young Military rookie S.U.M.1 (Iwan Rheon) is sent to the surface to save a group of unprotected survivors.

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