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Lake Artifact

Lake Artifact

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

2019

PG-13

Director

Bruce Wemple

Runtime

96 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

Lake Artifact is a psychological thriller and science fiction film that focuses on disrupting time and space rather than challenging social or cultural norms. The narrative centers on interpersonal conflicts within a localized setting. The film does not intentionally represent multiple layers of diversity or deconstruct traditional hierarchies. Instead, it emphasizes environmental and metaphysical stressors over identity politics or social structures.

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Category Breakdown

Does Lake Artifact have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-binary gender identities or sexual orientations. The story focuses on the group's struggle against external threats rather than challenging assumptions about gender and sexuality.

How does Lake Artifact portray gender?

Fair

The film features a mix of characters but the plot relies on traditional gender roles and conflicts. It is unclear whether the film reinforces or challenges these gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Lake Artifact?

Limited

The film is set in an Upstate New York cabin, which is a common cliché that often leads to a lack of racial diversity. There is no indication of a racially diverse cast or characters with different ethnic backgrounds.

How does Lake Artifact represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story is set in a typical Western context and revolves around individual survival. It does not critically examine cultural institutions or traditions.

Does Lake Artifact include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not address any physical disabilities, mental health issues, or neurodiversity. These elements are not part of the character development or plot.

Present on Screen

  • The film explores intense interpersonal dynamics among the characters during a crisis.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks intentional characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity or the deconstruction of traditional social hierarchies.
  • The narrative relies on conventional genre clichés that can lead to a lack of cultural diversity.

Official Synopsis

Five friends go on a weekend getaway to a cabin in Upstate New York, where time and space begins to function without reason, only to slowly turn them against each other one by one.

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