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Pottersville

Name: Pottersville
Director: Seth Henrikson
Released: 2017
Duration: 85 min

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2017

PG-13

Director

Seth Henrikson

Runtime

85 minutes

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Pottersville relies on a traditional comedic structure that centers on a singular male protagonist. The narrative focuses on a localized conflict regarding a Bigfoot hoax and its economic impact on a small town. The film adheres to conventional storytelling clichés rather than disrupting social hierarchies. It lacks the depth or diverse casting necessary to move beyond a baseline representation of American rural life. Ultimately, the film prioritizes situational comedy over systemic critique or the inclusion of underrepresented identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Pottersville have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include any explicit mention of LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. The story revolves around a localized comedic premise involving mistaken identity without addressing queer themes.

How does Pottersville portray gender?

Fair

The story follows a conventional male-driven structure centered on Maynard. Female characters do not have high ability to act or subvert traditional gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Pottersville?

Limited

The setting suggests a homogeneous, rural demographic typical of small-town clichés. The synopsis provides no indication of a diverse cast or characters reflecting multiple aspects of diversity.

How does Pottersville represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot explores the tension between honesty and economic survival through tourism. However, it does not deconstruct Western values or offer a significant critique of traditional institutions.

Does Pottersville include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence regarding the inclusion of characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

Explores the ethical complexities of community survival versus individual honesty.
Provides a critique of how media spectacles can drive local economies.

Limited or Absent

Lacks multi-layered depth and diverse casting within the narrative.
Fails to challenge traditional gender hierarchies or provide actively leading female characters.
Does not address LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Maynard, a beloved local businessman is mistaken for the legendary Bigfoot during an inebriated romp through town in a makeshift gorilla costume. The sightings set off an international Bigfoot media spectacle and a windfall of tourism dollars for a simple American town hit by hard times. When Brock Masterson, reality TV’s “Monster Hunter,” arrives to hunt the beast, Maynard agonizes over whether to come clean, destroying the rebirth of his beloved town, or perpetuate the inadvertent hoax.

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