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Assassin's Game

Assassin's Game

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

2019

Director

Keith Collins II

Runtime

72 minutes

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Assassin's Game stays within the boundaries of niche action cinema, focusing on survival clichés rather than exploring progressive themes. The film leans on conventional character types without intentionally addressing multiple layers of diversity. While the cast is racially varied, the narrative does not delve into gender or cultural critiques. The story remains a standard genre piece without substantial engagement with meaningful cultural critique.

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Category Breakdown

Does Assassin's Game have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include explicit LGBTQ+ characters or stories focusing on non-cisgender identities. The plot revolves around a secret team of assassins, emphasizing action over identity-focused storylines.

How does Assassin's Game portray gender?

Fair

The cast includes female actors like Ember Burns, but the story focuses on masculine archetypes. There is no clear indication of female empowerment or challenging traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Assassin's Game?

Fair

The main cast includes a mix of performers, such as Vernard Adams and Demond Ballou. However, it is unclear if these characters have significant roles or challenge Anglo-centric norms.

How does Assassin's Game represent religion and culture?

Limited

The storyline adheres to typical genre standards without engaging with social or religious structures. There is no evidence of critiques against Western institutions or specific cultural deconstructions.

Does Assassin's Game include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature characters dealing with physical, neurodivergent, or mental health conditions. There are no specific instances of disability addressed in the story.

Present on Screen

  • The main cast includes a mix of performers, featuring actors like Vernard Adams and Demond Ballou.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks explicit LGBTQ+ representation or narratives focused on non-cisgender identities.
  • There is no clear evidence of female empowerment or the subversion of traditional masculine roles.
  • The narrative does not engage with or deconstruct social, religious, or cultural structures.

Official Synopsis

The secret team of assassins, the Shadows, are put to the test in an ultimate game of survival.

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