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Face Value

Name: Face Value
Director: Michael Miller
Released: 2001
Duration: 94 min

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2001

PG-13

Director

Michael Miller

Runtime

94 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Face Value functions as a conventional early-2000s thriller, prioritizing genre-driven tension over social commentary. The narrative structure relies on established clichés like identity theft and criminal pursuit, which do not inherently invite diverse perspectives. The film lacks intentional representation across most categories, focusing instead on a male-centric, high-stakes plot. It follows the standard television movie conventions of its era rather than attempting to subvert social hierarchies. Ultimately, the work serves as a character-driven suspense piece that stays within traditional genre boundaries, offering little in the way of diverse or systemic perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Face Value have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include non-binary gender identities or challenge the idea that everyone is straight. It sticks to traditional thriller themes without exploring LGBTQ+ perspectives.

How does Face Value portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a male protagonist and his journey, emphasizing male roles and control. It does not challenge traditional gender roles or leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Face Value?

Fair

The film does not provide specific details about the racial or ethnic makeup of the cast. It likely follows typical casting practices for television movies from the early 2000s.

How does Face Value represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot focuses on personal danger and individual motivations, avoiding systemic critiques. It operates within a standard moral framework common to early-2000s suspense dramas.

Does Face Value include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The focus is solely on identity theft and criminal evasion.

Present on Screen

Provides a clear, high-stakes thriller premise centered on identity and personal peril.

Limited or Absent

Lacks intentional diverse representation or the deconstruction of social hierarchies.
Includes a notable absence of diverse character identities or systemic social critiques.
Relies on traditional gender and racial archetypes common to its production era.

Official Synopsis

To help out a friend, and to enjoy a glamorous and fast-paced life for awhile, a guy assumes the identity of his busy and mysterious friend...and ends up being pursued by murderous drug dealers.

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