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Finch
Representation Score
2.4/10
Limited
2021
PG-13Director
Miguel Sapochnik
Runtime
116 minutes
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Finch is a character-driven science fiction film that prioritizes philosophical questions about consciousness over social or identity-based representation. The narrative centers on a singular, traditional perspective of an aging creator. The film explores the transfer of control from the biological to the technological. While it offers a nuanced look at the responsibilities of a creator, it avoids engaging with systemic power dynamics. Ultimately, the film's focus is existential rather than sociopolitical, opting for a study of personhood rather than a critique of social structures.
Category Breakdown
Does Finch have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not depict any LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender gender expressions. The story focuses solely on the relationship between a biological creator and his mechanical counterpart.
How does Finch portray gender?
The narrative focuses on a single male protagonist and a non-gendered AI, making the Bechdel test inapplicable due to the lack of female characters.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Finch?
The cast is primarily composed of white actors, with no attempt to include diverse casting or characters that reflect multiple aspects of identity.
How does Finch represent religion and culture?
The film critiques the impact of industrial capitalism and environmental destruction. It emphasizes survivalist morality and duty over the deconstruction of institutions like religion or the state.
Does Finch include disability representation?
The protagonist deals with the physical limitations of aging and human frailty. His physical decline serves as a catalyst for the development of the AI character.
Present on Screen
- The film handles the protagonist's physical vulnerability and aging with dignity.
- It offers a nuanced exploration of the responsibilities a creator holds toward their creation.
- The narrative provides a thoughtful deconstruction of the creator archetype through a post-humanist lens.
Limited or Absent
- The film lacks gender diversity, focusing entirely on a single male protagonist.
- The cast is predominantly homogeneous, with little racial and ethnic variety.
- There is no explicit representation or engagement with LGBTQ+ identities.
Official Synopsis
On a post-apocalyptic Earth, a robot, built to protect the life of his dying creator's beloved dog, learns about life, love, friendship, and what it means to be human.
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