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Artifacts

Artifacts

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

2007

R

Director

Giles Daoust, Emmanuel Jespers

Runtime

75 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

Artefacts operates as a standard genre piece, focusing on the suspense of the doppelgänger cliché over social or systemic critique. The narrative structure revolves around survivalist mechanics rather than exploring identity politics. The film does not show intentional multi-layered representation. It adheres to established horror frameworks that do not actively dismantle social hierarchies or offer diverse perspectives. Ultimately, the film serves as a plot-driven science fiction thriller. It does not delve into the complexities of identity, culture, or systemic representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Artifacts have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film centers on a romantic relationship between a woman and her boyfriend. There are no characters with non-binary gender identities or narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Artifacts portray gender?

Fair

A young woman leads the investigation as the main character solving the mystery. However, the partnership with a male character follows a traditional structure without challenging gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Artifacts?

Minimal

No details are provided about the racial or ethnic makeup of the cast. There is no mention of diverse casting or ethnic backgrounds.

How does Artifacts represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story follows a typical horror structure focused on individual survival. It does not address themes that critique traditional institutions such as religion, the state, or Western social norms.

Does Artifacts include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of neurodivergence, physical disabilities, or mental health conditions. These elements are not part of the character arcs or central narrative.

Present on Screen

  • The female protagonist plays a significant role in driving the central mystery.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or stories that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.
  • There is no evidence of racial or ethnic diversity within the character descriptions.
  • The narrative does not include disability or neurodivergence in its character arcs.
  • The story does not engage with cultural or systemic critiques of traditional institutions.

Official Synopsis

A young woman realizes her friends are being murdered by their own doubles. She and her boyfriend work to solve the mystery before becoming victims themselves.

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