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An American Pickle

Name: An American Pickle
Director: Brandon Trost
Released: 2020
Duration: 89 min

Representation Score

3.6/10

Limited

2020

PG-13

Director

Brandon Trost

Runtime

89 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

An American Pickle is a character-driven comedy that emphasizes traditional storytelling over critical examination of societal structures. While the protagonist's immigrant status provides a link to historical displacement, the film remains rooted in a conventional, middle-class context. The production lacks diverse representation, particularly for LGBTQ+ identities and individuals with disabilities. The focus on male-centric family dynamics reinforces traditional gender roles without challenging them. Overall, the film explores generational disconnect and social awkwardness but does not delve into broader critiques of Western cultural norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does An American Pickle have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any visible LGBTQ+ characters or storylines, sticking to traditional narratives that don't challenge conventional gender and sexual norms.

How does An American Pickle portray gender?

Limited

The story focuses on male-driven tension between a father and son, exploring masculinity through traditional roles without questioning established gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is An American Pickle?

Fair

The film centers on an immigrant worker, offering some exploration of ethnicity. However, the main plot revolves around a predominantly white, middle-class community.

How does An American Pickle represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film touches on family dysfunction, subtly questioning the ideal traditional family unit. However, it avoids direct criticism of Western institutions like capitalism or religion.

Does An American Pickle include disability representation?

Minimal

The movie does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities, nor does it address neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

The immigrant protagonist connects historical and modern themes.
The narrative delves into family dysfunction and generational disconnect.

Limited or Absent

The film should include more representation for LGBTQ+ identities and non-traditional storylines.
It lacks meaningful engagement with neurodivergence or physical disabilities.
The focus on male-driven dynamics misses opportunities to question traditional gender roles.

Official Synopsis

An immigrant worker at a pickle factory is accidentally preserved for 100 years and wakes up in modern day Brooklyn. He learns his only surviving relative is his great grandson, a computer coder who he can’t connect with.

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