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Death of a Telemarketer

Name: Death of a Telemarketer
Director: Khaled Ridgeway
Released: 2021
Duration: 88 min

Representation Score

5.0/10

Fair

2021

Director

Khaled Ridgeway

Runtime

88 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film relies on a diverse cast to enhance its representation, avoiding a homogeneous feel. The inclusion of various ethnic performers supports racial diversity. However, the narrative structure appears traditional and male-centric, focusing on a singular interpersonal conflict that lacks evidence of systemic subversion or complex social critique. Ultimately, the film uses diverse casting but does not show how these identities intersect with the film's central themes of morality and deception.

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Category Breakdown

Does Death of a Telemarketer have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include explicit LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight. The diverse cast does not provide clear evidence of queer themes.

How does Death of a Telemarketer portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a conflict between a telemarketer and a man, indicating a focus on male-driven dynamics. There is limited information about the roles of the female cast members.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Death of a Telemarketer?

Good

The film features a multi-ethnic cast, including actors like Lamorne Morris and Sujata Day, which helps move away from Anglo-centric casting.

How does Death of a Telemarketer represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative explores moral ambiguity through a swindle, suggesting a more subjective view of ethics. It is unclear if the film critiques specific Western or capitalist institutions.

Does Death of a Telemarketer include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not mention any characters with visible or invisible disabilities, so there is no information to assess representation in this area.

Present on Screen

The top-billed cast features a multi-ethnic ensemble, breaking traditional Anglo-centric casting patterns.
The plot introduces themes of moral ambiguity and subjective ethics through its central conflict.

Limited or Absent

The narrative focuses on male-driven conflict, offering little evidence of female influence or gender subversion.
There is a lack of visible LGBTQ+ representation or narratives addressing non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.
The film provides no information regarding the representation of characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A smooth-talking telemarketer finds himself at the mercy of the man he tried to swindle.

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