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The Package

Name: The Package
Director: Jake Szymanski
Released: 2018
Duration: 94 min

Representation Score

1.6/10

Minimal

2018

TV-MA

Director

Jake Szymanski

Runtime

94 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Package is a conventional teen comedy that relies on well-known comedic clichés. It does not challenge traditional social hierarchies or provide diverse representation. The film focuses on a homogenous demographic, reinforcing traditional gender roles and excluding diverse identities. As a result, it scores low in diversity across various categories. The narrative centers around an all-male cast, which limits the inclusion of female characters and diverse backgrounds. Additionally, there is no representation of LGBTQ+ individuals or characters with disabilities.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Package have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or perspectives related to queer experiences.

How does The Package portray gender?

Minimal

The story focuses mainly on a masculine perspective, with an all-male cast that excludes female characters from having significant roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Package?

Limited

The cast is predominantly white, lacking diverse ethnic backgrounds or characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.

How does The Package represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film sticks to a conventional, secular comedic style without engaging with diverse cultural narratives or religious backgrounds.

Does The Package include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no representation of physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

The film uses familiar comedic archetypes typical of teen comedies.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks diverse ethnic backgrounds and characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.
The narrative excludes female characters from having significant roles.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ characters or perspectives.
The story does not include characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

When a group of teenagers goes on a spring break camping trip, an unfortunate accident sets off a race to save their friend’s most prized possession.

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