The Exchange Student
2016
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Laid in America
Representation Score
2.3/10
Limited
2016
Not RatedDirector
Peter Vass, Sam Milman
Runtime
86 minutes
Average Rating
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Laid in America functions as a conventional comedy that heavily relies on established clichés. Although it avoids being entirely homogeneous by focusing on foreign exchange students, it lacks the structural complexity needed to go beyond surface-level representation. The film's strengths lie in its departure from a purely domestic American perspective. By focusing on the immigrant experience through its protagonists, it introduces cultural clashes into the comedic framework. However, the film fails to challenge social hierarchies. It remains tied to traditional gender roles and heterosexual relationships, offering little depth for underrepresented identities or broader social critique.
Category Breakdown
Does Laid in America have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film focuses on heterosexual relationships and does not include characters with diverse gender identities or stories that question traditional gender norms.
How does Laid in America portray gender?
The story emphasizes traditional male goals and lacks substantial roles for female characters. It adheres to conventional gender roles typical of teen comedies.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Laid in America?
The plot centers around foreign exchange students, exploring the immigrant experience and cultural conflicts. However, the characters often serve as comedic stereotypes.
How does Laid in America represent religion and culture?
The movie uses the fish-out-of-water cliché, highlighting cultural misunderstandings in an American setting. It leans on comedy rather than providing deeper social critique.
Does Laid in America include disability representation?
There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The narrative does not address neurodivergence or physical disabilities.
Present on Screen
- Focuses on the immigrant experience through cultural clashes.
- Provides a non-homogeneous view of the American experience.
Limited or Absent
- Lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and diverse gender identities.
- Fails to provide meaningful roles or ability to act for female characters.
- Does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
- Relies on comedic archetypes rather than nuanced social commentary.
Official Synopsis
Two foreign exchange high-school students are kidnapped during their quest to get laid on their last night in America.
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