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Traveler

Name: Traveler
Director: Simon Brown
Released: 2015
Duration: 4 min

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

2015

Director

Simon Brown

Runtime

4 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Traveler operates within the standard boundaries of the science fiction and action genres. The narrative structure relies on traditional clichés, focusing on a male protagonist's invention and a conventional romantic relationship. The film lacks depth in representing diverse identities and perspectives. The female lead's role is limited to being a target, which restricts her active involvement in the plot. Overall, it functions as a straightforward genre piece without the complexity needed to address broader social issues.

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Category Breakdown

Does Traveler have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story focuses on a romantic relationship between Blake and his girlfriend. There is no indication of LGBTQ+ or non-cisgender identities.

How does Traveler portray gender?

Fair

A female character serves as the plot's catalyst, but she is shown as being pursued rather than actively driving the plot.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Traveler?

Minimal

The provided information lacks specific character descriptions or ensemble details. Consequently, there is no evidence regarding racial diversity or non-white casting.

How does Traveler represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film uses science fiction clichés centered around technological advancement and operates within conventional Western scientific paradigms and genre expectations.

Does Traveler include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information regarding the inclusion of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Neurodivergence is not indicated as a narrative element.

Present on Screen

The film uses established science fiction clichés like inter-universal travel to drive its central conflict.

Limited or Absent

Increase the female character's active role to avoid passive clichés.
Include more diverse identities, such as LGBTQ+ or non-cisgender perspectives.
Add more representation regarding racial, ethnic, or disability-related character details.

Official Synopsis

When Blakes invention successfully transports his girlfriend across the universe, there's only one problem: when she returns, she's being chased.

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