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Oh Damn

Name: Oh Damn
Director: Pat Bishop
Released: 2017
Duration: 9 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

2017

PG-13

Director

Pat Bishop

Runtime

9 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Oh Damn is a surrealist comedy that prioritizes a singular, subjective experience over broad demographic representation. The narrative follows a man navigating a drug-induced state, which limits the scope for complex, storytelling that reflects multiple aspects of identity. While the film avoids traditional moralism by normalizing altered states of consciousness, it lacks the structural breadth needed for high diversity scores. The focus remains narrow, centering on one man's psychedelic journey rather than a diverse ensemble. Ultimately, the film functions as a stylistic exploration of consciousness rather than a vehicle for social or systemic critique.

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Category Breakdown

Does Oh Damn have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. The story revolves around the protagonist's personal psychedelic experience.

How does Oh Damn portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on a male protagonist. Without more information about the supporting cast, it's hard to determine the film's stance on gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Oh Damn?

Minimal

There is no explicit evidence of diverse casting or racial exclusion. The lack of detailed character descriptions prevents assessment of ethnic representation.

How does Oh Damn represent religion and culture?

Good

The film explores non-traditional values by depicting cannabis use as a narrative catalyst. It prioritizes subjective, surreal experiences over conventional social or legal norms.

Does Oh Damn include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information regarding the inclusion of neurodivergent characters or individuals with physical disabilities in this production.

Present on Screen

The film avoids rigid moralism by framing substance use as a vehicle for surreal exploration rather than a moral failing.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks the structural breadth required for meaningful characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.
The focus on a singular male protagonist limits the opportunity for diverse character perspectives.

Official Synopsis

While on his way to meet a friend at the movie theater, a man smokes too much weed, leading to a series of surreal events that take place in the theater.

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