Cutting Class

The film centers on a traditional romantic triangle between a female protagonist and two male suitors. It lacks any queer narratives or non-straight relationships.

Paula Carson occupies the 'Final Girl' role, playing a significant part in driving the story. However, her actions remain largely reactive to the male characters and established genre clichés.

The cast appears largely homogeneous, reflecting the typical demographic makeup of late-80s American teen horror. There is no evidence of significant racial diversity.

Set in a standard American high school, the film uses adolescent rebellion as a genre cliché. It does not critique Western institutions or religious frameworks.

Mental health history serves primarily as a suspense-driven plot device. The narrative relies on the 'dangerous' cliché rather than offering a nuanced portrayal of neurodivergence.