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The Bigfoot Project

Name: The Bigfoot Project
Director: Ricardo Herrera
Released: 2017
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

2017

TV-MA

Director

Ricardo Herrera

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Bigfoot Project is primarily a low-budget comedy that parodies mockumentaries and horror spoofs. It relies on well-known genre clichés rather than exploring deeper sociological themes or character-driven narratives. While the cast includes some ethnic diversity, the film does not challenge social or systemic hierarchies. It maintains a traditional comedic framework without deconstructing established norms. Overall, the film is a straightforward adventure that upholds conventional social norms through its localized setting and character types.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Bigfoot Project have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories. It focuses solely on the comedic search for a mythical creature.

How does The Bigfoot Project portray gender?

Limited

The film includes female leads like Emily O'Brien, but the characters adhere to typical genre conventions. There is no indication of challenging gender power dynamics.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Bigfoot Project?

Fair

The cast includes actors from various ethnic backgrounds, such as Arnie Pantoja. However, the film does not address racial hierarchies through its narrative.

How does The Bigfoot Project represent religion and culture?

Limited

The mockumentary style pokes fun at amateur cryptozoologists without targeting specific cultural groups. It follows a traditional comedic structure without questioning social norms.

Does The Bigfoot Project include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with disabilities in the film. Disability is not a central theme in the character-driven storyline.

Present on Screen

The cast includes actors from various ethnic backgrounds, adding some diversity.
The presence of female leads like Emily O'Brien indicates a mix of genders.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks LGBTQ+ representation and characters dealing with non-straight identities.
There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
The narrative does not have the complexity needed to challenge racial hierarchies or social norms.

Official Synopsis

A team of amateur filmmakers journeys into the backwoods of Georgia in search of the mysterious creature known as Bigfoot.

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