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Stealing Time

Name: Stealing Time
Director: Alex Calleros
Released: 2015
Duration: 18 min

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

2015

Director

Alex Calleros

Runtime

18 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Stealing Time operates within a traditional independent science fiction framework, relying on well-known genre clichés. The narrative focuses on a single protagonist's struggle with time travel, limiting the scope for broader social commentary. The film lacks visible signs of intentional systemic challenges. Most character roles and plot elements follow conventional, mainstream patterns without exploring diverse cultural perspectives or multi-layered identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Stealing Time have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight identities. The story focuses on a single inventor's journey, which does not prioritize queer representation.

How does Stealing Time portray gender?

Fair

The story centers around a male inventor. Female performers are part of the cast, but it is unclear if these characters have significant roles or are just supporting characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Stealing Time?

Limited

The cast list does not provide information about a diverse ethnic mix. The production follows typical independent film demographics without clear evidence of varied cultural backgrounds.

How does Stealing Time represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story uses a classic Western science fiction theme involving time travel. There is no apparent critique of systemic power structures or traditional Western institutions.

Does Stealing Time include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The synopsis and cast details do not mention neurodivergence or chronic illnesses.

Present on Screen

Includes female performers such as Mikie Beatty and Sophie Green.

Limited or Absent

Add more diverse ethnic backgrounds to the cast.
Give female characters more significant roles beyond supporting roles.
Include LGBTQ+ representation or narratives that challenge straight assumptions.
Explore themes that question systemic power or Western-centric ideas.
Include characters representing various disabilities or neurodivergent experiences.

Official Synopsis

When a down-on-his-luck inventor builds a time machine to change the past, he unwittingly sets off a disastrous chain of events.

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