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The Coming

Name: The Coming
Director: Joy Jones
Released: 2020

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

2020

Director

Joy Jones

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Coming functions as a standard science fiction thriller centered on a group of young friends navigating societal chaos. While the cast list implies a level of demographic variety, the film lacks the granular detail necessary to confirm intentional representation. The narrative relies on the cliché of survival during a systemic breakdown. Without specific character arcs or dialogue, it is difficult to determine if the film challenges traditional hierarchies or offers progressive thematic depth. Ultimately, the film appears to be a genre-driven piece that maintains a neutral baseline of inclusion without providing verifiable evidence of multi-layered storytelling.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Coming have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. There is no indication of non-straight relationships within the story.

How does The Coming portray gender?

Fair

The cast includes both male and female names like Christina Alexandru and Jamelia Amor, suggesting a gender-integrated ensemble. However, the film does not explicitly detail how roles are distributed between genders.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Coming?

Fair

A variety of surnames in the top-billed cast suggests a multi-ethnic ensemble. It remains unclear if these characters have significant roles or challenge historical norms.

How does The Coming represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative focuses on survival during a systemic collapse. While this often intersects with cultural themes, there is no explicit evidence of specific anti-Western or religious sentiments.

Does The Coming include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information regarding the inclusion of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities in this production.

Present on Screen

The top-billed cast suggests a multi-ethnic ensemble through a variety of surnames.
The ensemble appears to be gender-integrated, featuring both male and female names.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks visible representation for LGBTQ+ identities and characters.
There is no evidence of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
The narrative does not explicitly demonstrate the subversion of traditional gender or racial hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

A group of young friends must use The Book as a guide to navigate though the chaos and destruction that is being unveiled right before their eyes for survival.

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