
LEGO DC Super Hero Girls: Super-Villain High
2018

Representation Score
Good
2017
Not RatedDirector
Todd Grimes
Runtime
75 minutes
Average Rating
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The film stands out by reimagining the superhero genre with a female-led ensemble. By placing women in powerful leadership roles, it challenges traditional patriarchal structures and avoids common gender stereotypes. However, the film falls short in representing LGBTQ+ identities and disability. The lack of these elements restricts its inclusivity. While the cast is diverse, the setting remains somewhat homogeneous, limiting deeper exploration of systemic issues.
Category Breakdown
The film does not include explicit LGBTQ+ characters or same-sex relationships. The social environment of Super Hero High focuses on heterosexual relationships and traditional gender roles.
Female characters play key roles in both combat and intellectual problem-solving, taking control of the narrative. This shifts away from traditional gender roles and avoids the 'damsel in distress' cliché by emphasizing female empowerment.
The film features a diverse cast with characters from various cultural and mythological backgrounds, such as Zatanna and Wonder Woman, which moves away from a narrow Anglo-Saxon focus.
The story follows a typical hero-versus-villain structure. It explores a subtle tension between institutional rules and the protagonists' personal ability to act and heroic duties.
The film does not feature any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Superhuman abilities are presented as extraordinary powers without exploring neurodivergence or physical disabilities.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
When Supergirl, Wonder Woman, Batgirl, Bumblebee and Katana suddenly realize they cannot remember a single moment from their Monday at Super Hero High, the young DC Super Heroes spring into sleuthing action! Suspecting foul-play, they band together to retrace their steps and uncover the mystery of who exactly stole their memories – and what nefarious plan might be afoot?

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