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Retribution

Name: Retribution
Director: Guy Magar
Released: 1987
Duration: 107 min

Representation Score

2.2/10

Limited

1987

Director

Guy Magar

Runtime

107 minutes

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Retribution is a traditional 1980s supernatural horror film that emphasizes genre conventions over social representation. The narrative centers on a male protagonist's psychological distress and spiritual possession. The film adheres to conventional horror themes, focusing on vengeance and madness. It lacks the depth and diverse casting needed to challenge traditional social hierarchies or provide a broader perspective on identity. Ultimately, the film serves as a standard genre piece, centered around a male protagonist's descent into trauma without delving into broader cultural or identity-related complexities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Retribution have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with LGBTQ identities or same-sex relationships. There is no indication of non-straight relationships within the story.

How does Retribution portray gender?

Limited

The story focuses on a male artist's struggles with depression and possession. It lacks strong female characters or subversion of traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Retribution?

Limited

The film does not specify the races of its characters. It follows a typical Western genre structure without clear ethnic diversity.

How does Retribution represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot centers on individual themes of revenge and suicide. It lacks narratives that challenge Western or secular perspectives.

Does Retribution include disability representation?

Fair

The film addresses mental health issues through the protagonist's depression and suicide attempt. However, the use of possession may treat neurodivergence as a supernatural element.

Present on Screen

The film explores themes of mental health and psychological distress through its protagonist.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks diverse character representation across gender, race, and sexual orientation.
The portrayal of mental illness risks being oversimplified into a supernatural plot device.
The story follows conventional Western genre clichés instead of offering systemic or cultural critiques.

Official Synopsis

After a depressed artist miraculously survives a suicide attempt, a series of horrific murders leads him to realize he may have been possessed by the vengeful spirit of a murdered gangster.

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