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The Hollow Point

The Hollow Point

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

2016

R

Director

Gonzalo López-Gallego

Runtime

97 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Hollow Point functions as a conventional genre piece, relying heavily on established Western and crime-thriller clichés. The narrative structure prioritizes masculine conflict and traditional law enforcement hierarchies over complex character development. While the setting provides a backdrop for ethnic tension through the presence of a Mexican drug cartel, the film lacks the depth needed to go beyond standard genre archetypes. The focus remains on duty and authority within a localized, male-dominated framework. Ultimately, the film upholds traditional social expectations without significant deconstruction of broader societal issues.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Hollow Point have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on traditional masculine roles within a crime-thriller setting. It does not include characters with non-binary gender identities or challenge the assumption that everyone is straight.

How does The Hollow Point portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around male-dominated power structures, emphasizing traditional leadership roles without challenging gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Hollow Point?

Fair

The film is set in Arizona and involves a Mexican drug cartel, introducing ethnic tension. However, these elements serve as genre catalysts rather than providing deep character studies for people of color.

How does The Hollow Point represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot follows Western and crime genre conventions, focusing on protecting a small town from external threats without offering institutional critiques.

Does The Hollow Point include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not mention characters dealing with physical, neurodivergent, or mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

  • The Arizona setting offers a framework for exploring cross-border dynamics and ethnic tension.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks diverse character studies, focusing instead on traditional masculine archetypes and leadership roles.
  • It does not include non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities or non-traditional gender roles.
  • The narrative fails to provide representation for characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Los Reyes County, Arizona. Leland, a retired lawman, works with Wallace, the new sheriff who replaces him, when a vicious hit man, sent by a Mexican drug cartel, threatens their border small town.

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