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We Go On

We Go On

2016

Not Rated

Director

Andy Mitton, Jesse Holland

Runtime

89 minutes

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Synopsis

Paralyzed by his fear of dying, Miles Grissom takes out an advert offering $30,000 in reward money to the first person who can show him evidence of an angel, a demon, or prove that ghosts exist - anything to prove to him that we go on after our deaths. He narrows the responses down to three viable candidates - a scientist, a medium, and a worldly entrepreneur. Along with his protective mother, he embarks on an adventure through Los Angeles that will spiral into an unthinkable nightmare.

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Diversity & Representation

Overall Score

4.1/10

Fair


Category Breakdown

LGBTQ+ Representation

Limited

The film lacks explicit mention of LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisnormative identities. The narrative arc does not appear to address heteronormativity or queer experiences.

Gender Representation

Fair

The story centers on a male protagonist driven by existential fear. While a protective mother provides support, the film maintains a traditional familial structure without subverting gender hierarchies.

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

Fair

Despite being set in a demographically diverse Los Angeles, the characters are presented through archetypes like 'scientist' and 'medium.' There is no evidence of specific racial or ethnic representation.

Religious & Cultural Diversity

Limited

The plot explores the tension between secularism and spirituality regarding the afterlife. However, it focuses on individual existentialism rather than a systemic critique of religious or cultural institutions.

Disability Representation

Fair

The protagonist is defined by a profound psychological paralysis rooted in the fear of death. This centralizes internal mental struggle, though the depth of this portrayal remains unverified.

Strengths

  • The film places a character defined by profound psychological vulnerability at the center of the narrative.
  • The exploration of mortality and the tension between science and spirituality provides a complex thematic foundation.

Areas for Improvement

  • The narrative lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisnormative characters.
  • Character descriptions rely on archetypes that do not specify racial or ethnic identities, missing opportunities for demographic plurality.
  • The film adheres to traditional gender roles and familial structures rather than subverting them.

AI Analysis

We Go On functions primarily as a genre-driven psychological thriller focused on individual existential dread. The narrative structure relies on traditional archetypes and familial roles, which limits its engagement with broader social identities. While the film centers on a character experiencing intense psychological paralysis, it does not move beyond individualistic horror into systemic or intersectional territory. The setting of Los Angeles offers potential for diversity, yet the character descriptions remain largely neutral. Ultimately, the film prioritizes the protagonist's internal journey over the deconstruction of social hierarchies or the inclusion of diverse lived experiences.

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