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What Goes Around

Name: What Goes Around
Director: Sam Hamilton
Released: 2020
Duration: 78 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

2020

Director

Sam Hamilton

Runtime

78 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

What Goes Around functions as a conventional horror piece that relies heavily on established genre clichés. While it centers on a female protagonist, the characterization lacks the depth needed to challenge traditional gender hierarchies, often defaulting to a more vulnerable archetype. The film lacks demographic complexity, offering no visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities, racial diversity, or disability. The narrative focus remains strictly on interpersonal suspense rather than exploring broader systemic or cultural themes. Ultimately, the film presents a standard suspense framework without intentional multi-layered development or progressive narrative structure.

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Category Breakdown

Does What Goes Around have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any visible LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships. The plot revolves around a traditional romantic and suspense-driven storyline.

How does What Goes Around portray gender?

Fair

A female protagonist provides a baseline for ability to act, though her characterization as timid reinforces traditional stereotypes of vulnerable femininity. Her role does not disrupt masculine dominance.

How racially and ethnically diverse is What Goes Around?

Minimal

The narrative provides no information about the racial or ethnic makeup of the cast. Therefore, there is no visible representation of racial diversity or ability to act.

How does What Goes Around represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story adheres to conventional horror clichés centered on individual survival. It lacks any critique of Western institutions or significant cultural or systemic commentary.

Does What Goes Around include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of neurodivergence, physical disabilities, or mental health conditions. These elements are not used as central narrative components.

Present on Screen

The film provides a female-centered narrative, establishing a baseline for women's ability to drive the story within the horror genre.

Limited or Absent

The protagonist relies on traditional clichés of vulnerability rather than challenging gendered power dynamics.
The film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities, diverse racial backgrounds, and disability.
The narrative misses opportunities to engage with systemic, cultural, or religious commentary.

Official Synopsis

A timid college student discovers that her crush could be a notorious serial killer.

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