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$elfie Shootout
Representation Score
2.3/10
Limited
2016
TV-14Director
Ron Jackson
Runtime
86 minutes
Average Rating
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Selfie Shootout is a situational comedy driven by economic desperation and the exploitation of social media trends. The plot follows two men who escalate a selfie-based scheme from a small prize to a million-dollar contest to attract more female contestants. The film relies on established clichés regarding gendered interactions and the pursuit of capital. It does not appear designed to challenge social hierarchies or promote progressive values, remaining within a lower tier of representation. Ultimately, the narrative focuses on a transactional and opportunistic view of digital culture rather than complex, identity-driven character arcs.
Category Breakdown
Does $elfie Shootout have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any characters who identify as LGBTQ+ or have non-cisgender identities. The story revolves around male protagonists exploiting female contestants for financial gain.
How does $elfie Shootout portray gender?
The story centers on a traditional power dynamic where men exploit women for financial gain. This framework reinforces conventional gender hierarchies without challenging them.
How racially and ethnically diverse is $elfie Shootout?
There is no indication of a diverse cast. The narrative suggests a conventional comedic setting without evidence of multi-layered casting.
How does $elfie Shootout represent religion and culture?
The plot explores capitalism and digital-era hustle culture through individualistic opportunism. It does not offer any evidence of religious critique or the promotion of secularism.
Does $elfie Shootout include disability representation?
The film does not include any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. There are no disability-related narratives in the story.
Present on Screen
- Explores modern themes of capitalism and digital-age economic instability.
- Provides a commentary on the 'hustle' culture prevalent in modern society.
Limited or Absent
- Lacks intentional subversion of traditional gendered power dynamics.
- Fails to include diverse racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ perspectives.
- Does not feature characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Official Synopsis
Two young and broke guys concoct an online contest scheme to get sexy females to submit their selfie for $25 a pop. They start by offering a $1,000 cash prize but as things go wrong and expenses balloon they ultimately inflate the prize to $1 million in order to attract more contestants.
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