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Defective

Name: Defective
Director: Reese Eveneshen
Released: 2018
Duration: 101 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

2018

Not Rated

Director

Reese Eveneshen

Runtime

101 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Defective functions as a science fiction thriller that questions centralized authority and corporate corruption. While it does not focus on identity-based stories, its dystopian setting challenges state-sanctioned hierarchies and corporate malfeasance. The narrative structure highlights themes of systemic oppression and individual resistance. However, the film lacks specific details about the cast's diverse backgrounds, limiting its exploration of multi-layered identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Defective have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters who identify as LGBTQ+ or have non-traditional gender identities.

How does Defective portray gender?

Fair

Jean and Rhett are both active participants in their escape from the state, which may challenge traditional gender roles where women are passive.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Defective?

Minimal

The racial makeup of the cast and characters is not specified, so there is no information about multi-layered depth related to race.

How does Defective represent religion and culture?

Good

The story criticizes corporate and state authority, emphasizing individual ability to act against systemic oppression and challenging established institutions.

Does Defective include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any characters dealing with physical, neurological, or mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

The narrative structure critiques systemic power and institutional corruption.
The sibling dynamic suggests shared ability to act between the main characters.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender characters.
There is no evidence of racial, ethnic, or disability-related character depth.
The diversity and multi-layered identities of the cast remain unverified.

Official Synopsis

Set in the near future where Rhett Murphy and his estranged sister Jean are forced to flee from a militant police state after witnessing the dark secrets of a nefarious corporation.

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