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Meantime

Name: Meantime
Director: Guillaume Scaillet
Released: 2022
Duration: 13 min

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

2022

Director

Guillaume Scaillet

Runtime

13 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Creuse is a minimalist horror-drama that emphasizes atmospheric and sensory experiences over social commentary. The film focuses on the psychological journey of a single male protagonist in a rural environment. Due to its narrow focus on a single character, the film does not provide a wide range of diverse identities or challenge traditional social structures. Instead, it prioritizes the exploration of environmental tranquility and psychological vulnerability. Ultimately, Creuse is a specialized genre piece that excels in creating a sense of isolation and dread, but falls short in representing diverse identities or engaging with broader social issues.

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Category Breakdown

Does Meantime have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film centers on a heterosexual relationship between Marc and his girlfriend, showing no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or communities.

How does Meantime portray gender?

Fair

The narrative revolves around a male protagonist's psychological journey. The female character is primarily used to advance the plot but does not have much influence over her own actions.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Meantime?

Limited

The story features a predominantly white cast in a rural setting. There is no indication of diverse racial representation or engagement with racial diversity.

How does Meantime represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film explores existential dread and sensory experiences without addressing religious or cultural institutions. It does not engage with anti-Western or anti-religious themes.

Does Meantime include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information regarding the depiction of physical or neurodivergent disabilities. The protagonist's psychological breakdown remains an unclassified genre cliché.

Present on Screen

The film provides a focused, atmospheric exploration of psychological isolation and sensory dread.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks diverse character perspectives, focusing almost exclusively on a single male protagonist.
Female characters play minor roles and do not significantly influence the plot.
The film does not address broader social, racial, or cultural critiques.

Official Synopsis

While waiting for his girlfriend to join him in the calm and quiet countryside, city dweller Marc gradually falls prey to the assault of sounds not usually heard.

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