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My Pet Dinosaur
2017
PGDirector
Matt Drummond
Runtime
96 minutes
Average Rating
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When a young boy named Jake accidentally makes a new friend in an experiment gone wrong a troubled town is plunged into chaos. But with the creature rapidly evolving every day, Jake finds it increasingly difficult to keep his new pet secret. Jake's friends and new girl Abbie realize they are not the only ones interested in this strange, mischievous little dinosaur and soon discover that the only thing more mysterious than what it is, is who is looking for it.
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Overall Score
2.8/10
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Category Breakdown
LGBTQ+ Representation
The film lacks discernible LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. Interpersonal dynamics follow traditional social structures without queer themes.
Gender Representation
The story centers on a young male protagonist. While Abbie provides a peer dynamic, roles function within standard gendered expectations.
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
The ensemble appears to be a relatively homogeneous group. There is no evidence of significant racial blending or a non-Anglo-Saxon majority.
Religious & Cultural Diversity
The film operates within a conventional family adventure framework. It avoids exploring complex moral relativism or systemic oppression.
Disability Representation
There is no visible evidence of characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities. The plot focuses strictly on discovery and protection.
Strengths
- Adheres to classic adventure tropes that provide a sense of wonder and escapism for family audiences.
Areas for Improvement
- Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities, neurodivergent characters, or physical disabilities.
- Features a relatively homogeneous cast that lacks significant racial or ethnic diversity.
- Relies on traditional gender archetypes rather than subverting established social hierarchies.
AI Analysis
My Pet Dinosaur is a traditional family adventure that prioritizes escapism and classic storytelling tropes. The narrative follows a standard hero’s journey archetype centered on a child and a fantastical creature. The film maintains a focus on traditional demographic and social norms. It lacks the intentionality needed to disrupt established cultural hierarchies or introduce intersectional complexity. Ultimately, the production adheres to conventional genre expectations, favoring narrative stability over the subversion of social structures.
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