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American Fetish
Representation Score
3.8/10
Limited
2010
Director
Michael Simmons
Runtime
88 minutes
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American Fetish is primarily a psychological thriller focused on obsession and historical secrets. The narrative emphasizes genre-specific themes of mystery and crime over broader social diversity. While the film uses transgressive themes to challenge traditional social norms, it lacks evidence of systemic diversity or the disruption of established hierarchies. The work primarily explores individual psychological issues rather than broader social or demographic themes.
Category Breakdown
Does American Fetish have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film touches on non-traditional sexual themes through ideas of sexual obsession and adult films. While it challenges traditional assumptions about sexuality, it doesn't clearly identify specific LGBTQ+ identities.
How does American Fetish portray gender?
The story revolves around a male character investigating his father's past. Women play minor roles and don't have significant influence or challenge traditional gender roles.
How racially and ethnically diverse is American Fetish?
The storyline centers on a family history and a mystery. It doesn't include a diverse cast or explore racial dynamics.
How does American Fetish represent religion and culture?
The film questions established social norms by delving into taboo subjects. It portrays truth as a disruptive force that challenges conventional moral beliefs.
Does American Fetish include disability representation?
No characters are shown dealing with physical or cognitive disabilities. However, the protagonist's struggle with mental illness is a key theme.
Present on Screen
- Explores non-traditional sexual themes and challenges traditional assumptions about sexuality.
- Uses controversial subject matter to question established social norms and conventional morality.
Limited or Absent
- Doesn't provide evidence of women playing influential roles in the story.
- Doesn't show a diverse cast or include non-white perspectives.
- Doesn't explicitly represent specific LGBTQ+ identities or diverse cultural backgrounds.
Official Synopsis
When the son of an alleged killer inherits a "blue movie" that may be the key to solving a 50 year old murder, he finds himself drawn into a forbidden world of sexual obsession. But the closer he gets to the heart of the mystery, the more the past threatens to reach out into the present and reveal terrifying truths that lead him to the brink of madness.
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