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Faults

Name: Faults
Director: Riley Stearns
Released: 2014
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

5.0/10

Fair

2014

Not Rated

Director

Riley Stearns

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Faults is a character-driven film that emphasizes philosophical deconstruction over broad social commentary. Its strength lies in its nuanced critique of religious and spiritual authority, offering a sophisticated examination of institutional morality. However, the film's narrow demographic focus limits its engagement with diverse backgrounds and identities. The narrative remains confined to a small, individualistic framework, lacking characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Faults have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-binary or transgender identities. The main characters are all assumed to be heterosexual and cisgender.

How does Faults portray gender?

Fair

The film explores gender roles through emotional vulnerability and psychological conflict. However, it does not challenge traditional gender stereotypes or power imbalances.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Faults?

Limited

The cast is primarily composed of white actors, creating a homogeneous appearance. The story focuses on individual experiences rather than exploring diverse racial backgrounds.

How does Faults represent religion and culture?

Good

The film effectively critiques the influence of religious institutions by presenting morality as a personal, secular concept rather than a divine command.

Does Faults include disability representation?

Limited

Characters with psychological issues are portrayed through existential struggles rather than as representations of neurodivergence. These characters do not have much control over their situations.

Present on Screen

Sophisticated critique of religious and spiritual authority.
Nuanced exploration of moral relativism and subjective morality.
Effective use of psychological tension to challenge traditional norms.

Limited or Absent

Lack of racial and ethnic diversity in the cast.
Absence of LGBTQ+ representation or queer-coded narratives.
Minimal engagement with neurodivergence or disability.

Official Synopsis

Claire is under the grip of a mysterious new cult called Faults. Desperate to be reunited with their daughter, Claire's parents recruit one of the world's foremost experts on mind control, Ansel Roth.

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