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Internet - The Movie

Name: Internet - The Movie
Director: Filippo Capuzzi Lapietra
Released: 2017
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

3.9/10

Limited

2017

Director

Filippo Capuzzi Lapietra

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Internet - The Movie functions as a genre-specific comedy that prioritizes social satire over identity-based storytelling. The plot centers on the volatility of influencer culture and the ego-driven conflicts inherent in the pursuit of digital fame. While the film provides a platform to critique modern social structures and digital vanity, it lacks the intentionality required for deep characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. The focus remains on the mechanics of the creator economy rather than the deconstruction of identity hierarchies. Ultimately, the film's impact is limited by its narrow focus on the satire of social media, leaving significant gaps in the representation of diverse lived experiences.

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Category Breakdown

Does Internet - The Movie have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include intentional or visible LGBTQ+ character arcs. Instead, it focuses on the competitive pursuit of digital fame, avoiding exploration of non-straight identities.

How does Internet - The Movie portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on a gathering of YouTubers motivated by ego. While the setting allows for satirical gender competition, the film maintains a neutral stance on power dynamics.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Internet - The Movie?

Fair

The digital convention setting offers potential for a diverse cast, yet the narrative does not explicitly prioritize the way different racial identities intersect. It also does not highlight specific racial identities.

How does Internet - The Movie represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film offers a moderate critique of digital capitalism and the performative nature of social media fame. It examines the 'fame at any price' mentality within modern culture.

Does Internet - The Movie include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities serving as central plot points or narrative devices.

Present on Screen

Provides a sharp critique of modern digital capitalism and the performative nature of social media fame.
Uses the influencer convention setting to satirize the 'fame at any price' mentality.

Limited or Absent

Incorporate intentional LGBTQ+ character arcs to move beyond a straight-focused narrative.
Prioritize multi-layered racial ability to act to reflect the global nature of the digital medium.
Explore more complex identity-based power dynamics rather than focusing solely on digital vanity.

Official Synopsis

In a convention of youtubers, the characters enter into various conflicts since they are all in search of fame at any price.

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