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2019
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Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile
Representation Score
3.2/10
Limited
2019
RDirector
Joe Berlinger
Runtime
111 minutes
Average Rating
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The film serves as a character study that emphasizes psychological realism over diverse representation. By focusing on a female protagonist, it avoids the usual male-led crime story structure, offering a deeper look at the impact of deception. However, the narrative remains centered around a homogeneous social environment, lacking racial and ethnic diversity. The film concentrates on the subjective experience of a single relationship, without exploring broader social or identity issues.
Category Breakdown
Does Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories. The story stays focused on heterosexual relationships.
How does Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile portray gender?
The movie shifts away from typical male-dominated crime stories by focusing on the emotional journey of Elizabeth Kloepfer. It highlights her role while looking at the psychological effects of being manipulated by men.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile?
The film portrays a predominantly white, middle-class community. There is no racial diversity in the main cast, and no ethnic perspectives are represented.
How does Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile represent religion and culture?
The film examines the idea of charm versus evil through a fragmented perspective. It questions the 'charming citizen' stereotype without promoting anti-Western views.
Does Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile include disability representation?
The film does not feature any significant portrayals of physical or neurodevelopmental disabilities. The focus is on personality disorders and manipulation, not on the lived experiences of those with disabilities.
Present on Screen
- Focuses on the emotional journey of a female protagonist.
- Moves away from traditional male-centric crime stories.
- Explores complex psychological themes.
Limited or Absent
- Needs more racial and ethnic diversity in the main cast.
- Does not include LGBTQ+ characters or stories.
- Lacks portrayals of physical or neurodevelopmental disabilities.
Official Synopsis
A chronicle of the crimes of Ted Bundy, from the perspective of his longtime girlfriend, Elizabeth Kloepfer, who refused to believe the truth about him for years.
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