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The Shasta Triangle

Name: The Shasta Triangle
Director: Barry W. Levy
Released: 2019
Duration: 74 min

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

2019

Director

Barry W. Levy

Runtime

74 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Shasta Triangle operates as a standard genre thriller that leans on established clichés. While it avoids a completely homogeneous cast, it lacks the depth required for a high progressive score. The film's primary strength lies in its gender dynamics, providing a female lead with active ability to act. However, the narrative does not appear to actively deconstruct social hierarchies or offer deep multi-layered character arcs. Ultimately, the production follows conventional structures. It offers moderate representation through casting but lacks verifiable evidence of meaningful identity politics or systemic critiques.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Shasta Triangle have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. There are no visible narratives addressing the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does The Shasta Triangle portray gender?

Fair

The film features a female protagonist who transitions from a family role to an active seeker of truth, giving her a significant role in driving the plot.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Shasta Triangle?

Fair

The cast includes diverse performers like Ayanna Berkshire and Helenna Santos. However, it is unclear if characters of color have central roles in the story.

How does The Shasta Triangle represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative uses a small-town cliché to critique local hierarchies and systemic control. It pits protagonists against ancient forces that govern the community.

Does The Shasta Triangle include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no documented portrayal of neurodivergence, physical disabilities, or mental health conditions in the film's context.

Present on Screen

The female protagonist plays a significant role in driving the story, driving the investigation and challenging passive domestic clichés.
The cast includes a variety of performers, suggesting an effort toward racial inclusion beyond a purely Anglo-Saxon ensemble.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender gender expressions.
There is no evidence of characters with disabilities or neurodivergent traits.
The narrative lacks depth regarding multi-layered identity politics or specific critiques of systemic social structures.

Official Synopsis

A young woman returns to her hometown to uncover the truth about her father's disappearance. Deep in the woods, she and her childhood friends battle ancient and terrifying forces controlling the town.

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