9 minutes
2014
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Representation score: 2.5 out of 10
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Ellipse
Representation Score
2.9/10
Limited
2019
Director
Joe Bland
Runtime
76 minutes
Average Rating
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Ellipse follows a conventional science fiction survivalist structure. The narrative is tightly focused on a single man and his canine companion, limiting opportunities for diverse character interactions and complex social dynamics. Because the story is set on a volatile, isolated planet, it leans heavily into the 'man versus nature' cliché. This isolation results in a lack of diverse representation. Ultimately, the film functions as a narrow character study. While it avoids explicit exclusion, its reliance on a singular, traditional protagonist prevents a more inclusive exploration of identity.
Category Breakdown
Does Ellipse have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film focuses on a single male protagonist and his dog. There are no visible representations of LGBTQ+ characters or individuals whose gender doesn't match their assigned-at-birth gender.
How does Ellipse portray gender?
The story centers around a traditional male-led survival cliché. It lacks female characters who play significant roles or have intellectual parity, leading to a gender imbalance.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Ellipse?
The narrative does not provide information about the racial or ethnic makeup of the cast. The isolated setting does not showcase a blend of diverse identities.
How does Ellipse represent religion and culture?
The premise focuses on an individual struggle against nature. There is no clear evidence of the film engaging with specific cultural or religious structures.
Does Ellipse include disability representation?
The plot and character arcs do not include any information about the portrayal of physical or mental disabilities.
Present on Screen
- The survivalist focus avoids explicit derogatory depictions of underrepresented groups.
- The setting is removed from traditional Western institutional biases like capitalism or patriotism.
Limited or Absent
- The film lacks female characters with meaningful ability to act or intellectual presence.
- There is a complete absence of LGBTQ+ representation or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.
- The narrative fails to incorporate racial or ethnic diversity within its character ensemble.
Official Synopsis
A man and his dog are stranded on a volatile, oval-shaped planet and are forced to adapt and escape before time destroys them both.
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