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12 Suicidal Teens

12 Suicidal Teens

Representation Score

8.4/10

Excellent

2019

Director

Yukihiko Tsutsumi

Runtime

118 minutes

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The film operates as a character-driven mystery centered around a collective of disenfranchised youth. By shifting away from a single protagonist, the narrative delves into the psychological landscapes of social displacement and systemic alienation. The work challenges traditional institutional authority, such as the family unit and school systems, by focusing on characters on the fringes of society. This approach allows for a complex exploration of subjective morality. While the film excels in portraying internal psychological struggles and challenging social norms, it lacks explicit evidence of racial diversity or confirmed LGBTQ identities, resulting in a moderate overall assessment.

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Category Breakdown

Does 12 Suicidal Teens have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film touches on various personal traumas and non-traditional life experiences. Although specific LGBTQ identities or romantic relationships are not explicitly confirmed, the narrative focuses on diverse motivations, suggesting a deeper exploration of underrepresented perspectives.

How does 12 Suicidal Teens portray gender?

Good

The ensemble includes a balanced mix of boys and girls. By emphasizing the collective impact over a single male lead, the story challenges traditional gender hierarchies and avoids typical masculine or feminine stereotypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is 12 Suicidal Teens?

Fair

The cast appears ethnically uniform within its localized setting. While social exclusion is a central theme, there is no explicit evidence of racial integration or diverse ethnic casting.

How does 12 Suicidal Teens represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The film critiques traditional social structures and institutional support systems. It centers on characters who have rejected societal participation, offering a nuanced look at systemic and familial pressures.

Does 12 Suicidal Teens include disability representation?

Good

Mental health struggles and psychological distress drive the plot. The narrative highlights the significant roles played by characters navigating these invisible disabilities, rather than using them merely as plot devices.

Present on Screen

  • Strong focus on the roles of characters dealing with mental health issues.
  • Effective disruption of traditional gender hierarchies through a collective ensemble.
  • Provocative critique of systemic social structures and institutional failures.

Limited or Absent

  • Lack of explicit evidence regarding racial and ethnic diversity within the cast.
  • Absence of confirmed LGBTQ identities or specific queer representation.
  • Potential for more explicit engagement with non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth lived experiences.

Official Synopsis

A group of boys and girls, twelve in total, gather at an abandoned hospital to die for various different reasons. There, they find the body of a dead boy. The group of twelve attempt to find the person who killed the boy. During their search, the reasons why they want to die are revealed.

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