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Sexual Intentions

Name: Sexual Intentions
Director: Edward Holzman
Released: 2001
Duration: 95 min

Representation Score

1.1/10

Minimal

2001

Director

Edward Holzman

Runtime

95 minutes

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The film is a character-driven drama focused on the psychological breakdown of the male protagonist. While it offers a moderate challenge to traditional gender roles, it lacks broader diversity. The narrative emphasizes individual ambition and psychological struggles, limiting its engagement with broader social hierarchies or diverse identity groups. Overall, the film prioritizes interpersonal conflicts and psychological development over a diverse or inclusive portrayal of the human experience.

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Category Breakdown

Does Sexual Intentions have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The movie focuses solely on a heterosexual relationship between Matthew and Valerie. It does not include any characters with non-traditional gender identities or challenge the idea that everyone is straight.

How does Sexual Intentions portray gender?

Fair

Valerie disrupts the male protagonist's control, avoiding typical gender clichés by positioning her as the catalyst for his downfall.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Sexual Intentions?

Minimal

The film does not provide any information about the racial or ethnic backgrounds of the characters. Therefore, no assessment can be made about their diversity.

How does Sexual Intentions represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story centers on personal ambition and success within a capitalist framework. This narrows the scope to exclude cultural critiques beyond Western norms.

Does Sexual Intentions include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not mention any characters with physical disabilities, mental health issues, or neurodivergence. None of the characters are shown dealing with these conditions.

Present on Screen

The film challenges traditional gender roles by presenting the female lead as a powerful force that destabilizes the male protagonist.
It avoids the cliché of the stable patriarchal protector by highlighting the male lead's emotional instability.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender perspectives.
There is no indication of racial, ethnic, or cultural diversity among the characters.
The film does not address disability or neurodivergence, missing opportunities for inclusive storytelling.

Official Synopsis

Matthew is young and ambitious, a businessman already achieving success. Although he is experienced in the matters of sex, he was never prepared for Valerie. She is a revolution in all matters of emotion and sex that Matthew believe he knew. He becomes obsessed with her and that will lead to his own downfall.

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