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Splitting Adam

Splitting Adam

2015

TV-G

Director

Scott McAboy

Runtime

100 minutes

Average Rating

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Synopsis

After accidentally stumbling into his uncle's mysterious "tanning bed", Adam learns the answer to all of his problems - multiple Adams. With his new collection of clones, Adam is hopping on one wild summer ride with an epic splash.

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Diversity & Representation

Overall Score

2.7/10

Limited


Category Breakdown

LGBTQ+ Representation

Minimal

The film lacks any discernible presence of LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisnormative identities. It operates within a conventional heteronormative framework centered on the protagonist's personal development.

Gender Representation

Limited

The plot centers entirely on a male protagonist's conflicts. Female characters appear in standard supporting capacities, lacking meaningful agency or subversion of traditional gendered roles.

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

Limited

The production utilizes a predominantly white, middle-class suburban cast. This reinforces a homogeneous depiction of the American domestic experience without diverse casting to challenge social hierarchies.

Religious & Cultural Diversity

Fair

The story functions as a standard morality tale regarding social responsibility. It reinforces traditional family and social institutions rather than critiquing them or engaging with diverse cultural perspectives.

Disability Representation

Minimal

There are no visible or invisible disabilities portrayed with agency. The cloning element serves as a metaphor for identity fragmentation rather than representing neurodivergence or physical disability.

Strengths

  • The film provides a clear, accessible morality tale regarding impulse control and social responsibility.

Areas for Improvement

  • The cast lacks racial and ethnic diversity, relying on a homogeneous suburban archetype.
  • The narrative lacks female agency, centering almost exclusively on the male protagonist's journey.
  • There is a complete absence of LGBTQ+ representation or non-cisnormative identities.
  • The story fails to include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

AI Analysis

Splitting Adam is a conventional family comedy that relies heavily on established tropes and a homogeneous cast. The narrative focuses on a singular male perspective, reinforcing traditional gender hierarchies and suburban archetypes. The film lacks intersectional depth, failing to include LGBTQ+ characters or diverse racial representation. It functions as a low-complexity morality play that upholds standard social cohesion rather than challenging systemic norms. Ultimately, the production adheres to traditional demographic norms, offering a narrow view of the American experience through a strictly heteronormative and non-diverse lens.

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