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The Past Tense

Name: The Past Tense
Director: William Conrad
Released: 2020
Duration: 66 min

Representation Score

1.6/10

Minimal

2020

Director

William Conrad

Runtime

66 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film is a conventional science fiction comedy centered around a local socioeconomic conflict. The narrative tension arises from the interaction between a scientist and a loan shark, focusing on economic barriers rather than broader social issues. Since the identities and backgrounds of the characters are not specified, the film lacks complexity in representing multiple aspects of diversity. It primarily serves as a genre piece centered on economic themes. Overall, the absence of diverse character types and specific identity-focused narratives results in a low diversity profile.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Past Tense have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives related to non-straight identities. There is no representation of these communities in the main storyline.

How does The Past Tense portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on a male protagonist and a male antagonist. Since there are no female characters involved in the main conflict, gender dynamics are not explored.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Past Tense?

Minimal

The racial or ethnic backgrounds of the main characters are not mentioned. The film does not provide any evidence of diverse casting or ethnic representation.

How does The Past Tense represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot examines the tension between scientific innovation and exploitative capitalism. This setup potentially critiques traditional financial systems.

Does The Past Tense include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not mention any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. There is no representation of neurodivergence or mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

The premise offers a potential critique of how exploitative financial structures can hinder scientific progress.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks female characters, preventing an exploration of gender dynamics.
There is no representation of racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ identities in the central cast.
The story does not include characters with disabilities or neurodivergent traits.

Official Synopsis

James Moore is on the verge of a breakthrough, time travel. But time travel doesn't come cheap, and the bank won't help - so James turns to loan shark Rooney Wagner for help. Now, Rooney wants his money and there's none to give.

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