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The Ghost of the Neolithic

The Ghost of the Neolithic

Representation Score

1.9/10

Minimal

2021

Director

Thibaud Marchand

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The Ghost of the Neolithic is a specialized historical documentary centered on the intersection of climate change and archaeology. Since the primary subjects are prehistoric artifacts and geological processes, the film lacks a structural framework to engage with contemporary identity politics or characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. The narrative is driven by scientific inquiry and chronological reconstruction, focusing on natural history rather than social or cultural diversity. Ultimately, the film maintains a neutral, objective approach to its historical subject matter, prioritizing the physical evidence of the Neolithic quiver over modern social dynamics.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Ghost of the Neolithic have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on Neolithic artifacts and glacial melting. There is no evidence of contemporary LGBTQ+ characters or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.

How does The Ghost of the Neolithic portray gender?

Limited

The documentary prioritizes the quiver and environmental phenomena over human social hierarchies. It lacks the character development required to explore gendered power dynamics.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Ghost of the Neolithic?

Fair

The film explores the Neolithic period, an era predating modern racial constructs. The focus remains on the specific Swiss find rather than broad ethnic exploration.

How does The Ghost of the Neolithic represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative centers on environmental change and historical preservation. It leans toward a secular, scientific perspective rather than promoting singular religious morality.

Does The Ghost of the Neolithic include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence regarding the portrayal of neurodivergence, physical disabilities, or mental health conditions within the film.

Present on Screen

  • Provides a focused, scientific investigation into historical and archaeological discovery.
  • Offers a secular, objective perspective on natural history and environmental change.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks narrative ability to act or character development to explore human social hierarchies.
  • Does not engage with contemporary identity politics or characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.

Official Synopsis

In summer 2003, when the heatwave hit in Europe, in Switzerland, the glacier below the Schnidejoch pass, released a mysterious object: a piece of a Neolithic quiver.

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