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The Ex

Name: The Ex
Director: Evgeny Puzyrevsky
Released: 2021
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

3.3/10

Limited

2021

Director

Evgeny Puzyrevsky

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film operates within the standard boundaries of the horror and thriller genres, emphasizing supernatural tension over social commentary. The narrative is centered on a male protagonist's past actions, which shape the journey of the female protagonist. Diversity is limited by a reliance on conventional character types and traditional romantic structures. The film focuses on personal history and digital connectivity rather than exploring multiple layers of identity or broader social hierarchies. Ultimately, the film functions as a genre piece centered on interpersonal conflict. It lacks intentional efforts to integrate diverse perspectives or challenge established social norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Ex have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film follows a typical heterosexual storyline. There are no representations of non-binary gender identities or challenges to the idea that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does The Ex portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a male protagonist's past. While Katya is a key figure, she mainly reacts to external conflicts rather than taking active control.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Ex?

Limited

The cast appears to be predominantly Anglo-centric with no indication of a diverse range of characters. The film adheres to conventional character types without questioning ethnic uniformity.

How does The Ex represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot critiques modern digital culture through social media's influence. However, it does not address broader systemic power structures or traditional family dynamics.

Does The Ex include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters dealing with physical, cognitive, or mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

Examines the modern impact of social networks and instant messaging on personal lives.
Highlights how digital footprints can affect personal relationships.

Limited or Absent

Could give the female protagonist more active roles beyond being affected by mystical events.
Needs more representation of diverse racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ identities.
Misses opportunities to use the digital theme to critique broader systemic or cultural issues.

Official Synopsis

The story of how social networks and instant messengers are changing the life of a modern person. It has been several years since a 16-year-old teenager posted a photo of his girlfriend in the general chat, hoping to boast to friends. Now he has a happy adult life: work, friends, fiance Katya, who is about to become his wife. But the Internet makes you remember teenage love, after which a chain of inexplicable mystical events occurs with the future wife of a young man. The girl receives mysterious messages from her fiance's past. Because of them, her life turns into a nightmare.

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