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Percy

Percy

Representation Score

3.6/10

Limited

2020

PG-13

Director

Clark Johnson

Runtime

100 minutes

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Percy serves mainly as a critique of institutional power rather than a study of diverse identities. Its strength lies in challenging traditional capitalist structures and portraying the dominance of corporate power. However, the film lacks visible markers of LGBTQ+ or disability representation, limiting its diversity score. Ultimately, Percy is a focused legal drama that emphasizes themes of individual rights over a wide range of social identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Percy have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film doesn't include any visible LGBTQ+ characters or stories about non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities. The plot focuses on a legal and environmental conflict.

How does Percy portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on male protagonists involved in a legal battle, but it also includes Rebecca Salcau, an environmental activist. Her presence adds a significant female perspective, moving away from typical male-dominated farming dramas.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Percy?

Fair

The film shows moderate to low levels of racial diversity, which might reflect the specific historical and regional context of the Canadian agricultural dispute. The main characters' ethnicities are not specified.

How does Percy represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The film stands out by criticizing global capitalism and the suppression of individual freedom by big corporations. It highlights the struggle of individuals against large, institutionalized powers.

Does Percy include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not mention any characters dealing with physical, neurodivergent, or mental health conditions. The narrative does not touch on disability within its legal or environmental themes.

Present on Screen

  • Strongly critiques global capitalism and corporate dominance.
  • Challenges traditional Western corporate structures through an anti-capitalist viewpoint.
  • Highlights female empowerment through Rebecca Salcau.

Limited or Absent

  • Doesn't represent LGBTQ+ identities or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth characters.
  • Doesn't show characters with physical or mental disabilities.
  • Has limited racial and ethnic diversity among the main characters.

Official Synopsis

Percy Schmeiser, a third-generation farmer, gets sued by a corporate giant for allegedly using their patented seeds. With little resources to fight a legal battle, Percy joins forces with up-and-coming attorney Jackson Weaver and environmental activist Rebecca Salcau for a monumental case that leads all the way to the Supreme Court.

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