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Earthtastrophe

Name: Earthtastrophe
Director: Nick Lyon
Released: 2016
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2016

Not Rated

Director

Nick Lyon

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Earthtastrophe operates as a conventional science fiction disaster movie. Its narrative structure centers on environmental and cosmic events rather than exploring identity politics or social hierarchies. While the film does not actively promote harmful stereotypes, it lacks the intentionality needed for characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. The focus is on the mechanics of a wormhole-induced apocalypse rather than character-driven social commentary. Ultimately, the film adheres to established genre conventions, resembling typical speculative disaster films without challenging systemic norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does Earthtastrophe have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include visible LGBTQ narratives or characters whose gender does not match their assigned sex at birth. The story focuses solely on surviving a cosmic disaster.

How does Earthtastrophe portray gender?

Fair

Although the term 'heroes' might imply potential female empowerment, the film does not challenge traditional gender roles. The story follows conventional heroic archetypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Earthtastrophe?

Fair

Despite the global nature of the crisis, the film does not confirm a predominantly non-white cast. It likely adheres to typical genre casting practices.

How does Earthtastrophe represent religion and culture?

Limited

The storyline follows a traditional survivalist path without engaging in post-colonial critiques or systemic issues. It emphasizes individual struggle over societal critique.

Does Earthtastrophe include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the narrative.

Present on Screen

The film avoids promoting harmful stereotypes by focusing on survival.
The term 'heroes' leaves room for female empowerment within the survivalist context.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks intentionality regarding characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity and identity politics.
The film does not include visible LGBTQ narratives or characters with non-conforming gender identities.
There is no evidence of challenging traditional masculine leadership or gender hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

In a white hot flash of light, and with no warning, one minute our moon is there, the next it's gone. Then, a second flash. And that's the last thing anyone on Earth can remember. 11 months later, it's not post- apocalyptic; it's apocalyptic as Earth has been sucked through a wormhole, literally ripping our planet from the inside out. With bizarre disasters and civilization collapsing, our heroes must find a way to survive and get to "safe ground" before it's too late.

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