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Stripped

Name: Stripped
Director: Mark LaFleur, J.M.R. Luna
Released: 2013
Duration: 80 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

2013

Director

Mark LaFleur, J.M.R. Luna

Runtime

80 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Stripped functions as a conventional genre piece that follows well-established cinematic clichés. The narrative prioritizes genre-driven plot elements over complex, multi-layered character development. The film adheres to a traditional framework of Western entertainment, focusing on youth, nightlife, and hedonism without attempting to challenge social or gender norms. Overall, the work lacks the intentionality needed to offer a diverse or subversive viewing experience, sticking to standard genre conventions.

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Category Breakdown

Does Stripped have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or stories. The focus is on a traditional 21st birthday celebration in Las Vegas, which centers around typical rites of passage.

How does Stripped portray gender?

Fair

The story relies on common adventure and party clichés. It does not challenge traditional gender roles or portray masculinity in unconventional ways.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Stripped?

Limited

The cast appears to be homogeneous, typical of many mid-budget genre films. There is no indication of diverse casting or the use of non-human species as racial symbols.

How does Stripped represent religion and culture?

Limited

The themes revolve around Western celebrations of consumerism and hedonism in Las Vegas. The film upholds conventional social behaviors without questioning capitalist or societal norms.

Does Stripped include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film offers a straightforward, genre-driven premise centered on a high-stakes Vegas adventure.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks intentionality in challenging traditional social or gender hierarchies.
There is a noticeable lack of LGBTQ+ representation or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.
The casting and themes favor homogeneous, Western-centric social groups.
The film does not explore or represent characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Four friends head to Vegas for a 21st birthday in hopes of finding adventure, debauchery and memories that will last them a lifetime.

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