
Christmas in Palm Springs
2014

Representation Score
Limited
2018
Not RatedDirector
Ben Palmer
Runtime
53 minutes
Average Rating
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Click & Collect operates as a standard genre comedy that relies heavily on established archetypes and traditional narrative structures. The plot follows a predictable path centered on consumerism and paternal duty, offering little in the way of social or systemic critique. The film favors a conventional, Western-centric worldview, lacking meaningful engagement with multi-layered identities, particularly regarding disability and LGBTQ+ identities. Ultimately, the production adheres to genre conventions rather than attempting to disrupt social hierarchies or provide diverse perspectives.
Category Breakdown
The film centers on a conflict between a father and daughter, focusing on a straight relationship. It does not include non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth gender identities or challenge traditional structures.
The story follows a conventional comedic structure centered on a paternal figure. It uses standard gendered clichés but does not challenge traditional hierarchies.
The character dynamics suggest a standard ensemble without a non-white majority cast. The narrative does not explore multi-layered identities through diverse casting.
Themes center on consumerism and familial obligation within a Western framework. The film does not critique capitalism or prioritize secular values over traditional ones.
There is no evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The film does not address neurodivergent narratives.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
To save his daughter's Christmas, Andrew goes on a road trip with Dev, his neighbour from hell, to buy an elusive Sparklehoof the Unicorn Princess.

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