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Solver

Name: Solver
Director: Xandy Smith
Released: 2017
Duration: 89 min

Representation Score

0.9/10

Minimal

2017

Director

Xandy Smith

Runtime

89 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film follows a traditional adventure-thriller structure, centered around a male protagonist navigating a personal mystery. It adheres to conventional genre conventions and Western narrative motifs without disrupting social hierarchies or promoting characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Solver have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-binary or LGBTQ+ identities, nor does it depict any same-sex relationships.

How does Solver portray gender?

Limited

The story focuses on a male protagonist who leads the investigation. There is no indication that the film challenges traditional gender roles or hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Solver?

Limited

The narrative follows a typical Western mystery format. The setting and characters do not suggest a diverse or multicultural cast.

How does Solver represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot uses traditional Western motifs such as the missing patriarch and remote cabin. It follows a standard hero's journey without challenging institutional norms.

Does Solver include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not mention any neurodivergence, physical disabilities, or mental health conditions. These elements are not part of the character arcs or central narrative.

Present on Screen

The film employs a clear, classic mystery structure that effectively follows established genre conventions.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks meaningful representation of diverse identities, including LGBTQ+ and disabled characters.
The story relies on traditional gender roles and a Western-centric framework that lacks cultural depth.
There is a missed opportunity to subvert standard clichés through more diverse casting and multi-layered themes.

Official Synopsis

Luke, a young professional in New York City, learns his grandfather has disappeared under strange circumstances and is presumed dead. When he arrives at his grandfather's remote cabin, he finds a series of clues and puzzles, each more baffling than the last. With the help of a woman from his past and an eccentric sidekick, he must unravel the puzzle before someone else gets to the dark secret it hides.

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