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Backstroke

Backstroke

Representation Score

4.4/10

Fair

2017

Director

Robbie Barclay

Runtime

11 minutes

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Backstroke functions mainly as a traditional thriller. Although the casting introduces some racial diversity, the film does not show a history of complex narrative structures or progressive storytelling. The plot centers on suspense and the interactions between runaway teens and a mysterious stranger. This framework emphasizes conventional thriller elements over deeper thematic exploration or social critique. Overall, the film adheres to a standard suspense format without engaging deeply with social issues, resulting in a moderate score reflecting a step away from monolithic casting but not reaching advanced levels of progressive storytelling.

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Category Breakdown

Does Backstroke have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not provide any direct clues about the sexual orientation or gender identity of its characters. The plot revolves around runaway teens and a mysterious stranger without including any stereotypical portrayals of LGBTQ+ individuals.

How does Backstroke portray gender?

Fair

Josefine Christoffersen's prominent role suggests a focus on female characters. However, the storyline seems to follow typical thriller conventions rather than challenging traditional gender roles or highlighting unique female empowerment.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Backstroke?

Fair

Shemar Yanick Jonas's inclusion in the main cast adds racial diversity. This presence breaks up a completely homogeneous cast, although the synopsis does not specify his ethnic background.

How does Backstroke represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story delves into themes of social displacement through the experiences of runaway youth. While it touches on moral ambiguity through a stranger's intentions, it does not explicitly critique institutions or broader societal systems.

Does Backstroke include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities mentioned in the film's context or synopsis.

Present on Screen

  • The inclusion of Shemar Yanick Jonas adds racial diversity to the main cast.
  • Josefine Christoffersen's prominent role highlights a female-centric perspective within the thriller genre.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks explicit LGBTQ+ representation or markers of queer-coded storytelling.
  • It does not include any intentional critique of systemic issues or anti-institutional messaging.
  • There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities represented in the film.

Official Synopsis

Two runaway teens steal a car with dreams of driving down to Florida, but things take a turn when a stranger appears with unknown intentions.

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