
Cross Wars
2017

2021
Not RatedDirector
Andrew Glassman
Runtime
87 minutes
Average Rating
No ratings yetSynopsis
When Lord Menace returns from the dead to terrorize San Antonio, the old gang must reassemble to fight evil once more. Unfortunately, since their last adventure the gang has become complacent. They have families, lives, and weight gain, so how can they fight an otherworldly evil when they first must get in shape?
Overall Score
Limited
Category Breakdown
LGBTQ+ Representation
The film lacks explicit mention of LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisnormative identities. The narrative focuses on a traditional ensemble dynamic without addressing heteronormativity.
Gender Representation
The story centers on an old gang, a trope often tied to masculine action archetypes. While characters have families, there is no clear subversion of traditional gender hierarchies.
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
A multi-ethnic ensemble is suggested by cast names like Akasha Villalobos and Roman Garcia. However, the plot does not detail how these identities intersect with the narrative.
Religious & Cultural Diversity
The film follows a conventional hero’s journey centered on good versus evil. It prioritizes individual physical capability over systemic critiques or moral relativism.
Disability Representation
There is no information available regarding the depiction of visible or invisible disabilities, neurodivergence, or chronic illness in this production.
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AI Analysis
Average Joe functions as a conventional action-comedy that relies on established genre tropes. While the cast suggests a multi-ethnic ensemble, the narrative structure remains rooted in traditional hero archetypes. The film lacks evidence of progressive intentionality or the subversion of social hierarchies. It focuses on personal physical transformation and the reassembly of a group rather than addressing systemic or marginalized agency. Ultimately, the production offers standard inclusion through its casting but fails to challenge historical norms or provide deep intersectional storytelling.

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