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Rising Fear

Name: Rising Fear
Director: Tom Getty
Released: 2017
Duration: 96 min

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2017

Not Rated

Director

Tom Getty

Runtime

96 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

Rising Fear operates within the well-established boundaries of the action-thriller genre, relying on traditional archetypes. The story centers on a former marine, reinforcing conventional masculine leadership and standard hero narratives. The production lacks elements of storytelling that reflects multiple aspects of identity or diverse identities. From a casting and narrative standpoint, the film favors homogenous, Western-centric structures that prioritize institutional stability over social critique. Ultimately, the film adheres to mainstream genre conventions. It does not attempt to deconstruct social hierarchies or integrate a wide range of cultural or identity-based perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Rising Fear have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any visible LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. It follows a conventional action-thriller format that emphasizes heterosexual relationships.

How does Rising Fear portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a former marine, a role traditionally associated with masculinity. There are no indications of strong female characters or challenges to traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Rising Fear?

Limited

The film presents a typical Western action narrative without clear evidence of a diverse cast. It does not provide specific details about non-white or non-Anglo-Saxon representation.

How does Rising Fear represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot follows a traditional hero-versus-conspiracy storyline focused on national stability. It aligns with patriotic themes rather than critiques of Western institutions or traditional values.

Does Rising Fear include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the inclusion of characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the cast or plot.

Present on Screen

The film maintains a clear, high-stakes genre focus centered on a classic hero's journey.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks strong female characters and diverse gender representation.
There is a notable absence of LGBTQ+ identities and non-cisgender characters.
The casting and plot lack evidence of racial or ethnic diversity.
The story avoids exploring cultural critiques or diverse social perspectives.

Official Synopsis

When a former marine is framed for a deadly terrorist bombing, he must track down the mastermind behind the plot. But soon he discovers an even deadlier conspiracy that threatens the nation. One that will force him to choose between the freedom of millions, and his own survival.

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