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Frame Of Mind

Frame Of Mind

Representation Score

1.2/10

Minimal

2009

R

Director

Carl T. Evans

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Frame of Mind is a conventional mystery-thriller that emphasizes historical revisionism over identity-driven storytelling. The plot revolves around a New Jersey detective investigating the Kennedy assassination, focusing on traditional political intrigue. The film does not prioritize characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity and remains centered on a specific historical context, offering limited engagement with diverse social identities. Ultimately, the narrative structure stays rooted in a particular American historical context, lacking diverse social identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Frame Of Mind have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-binary gender identities. The storyline focuses on a historical political conspiracy.

How does Frame Of Mind portray gender?

Limited

The story centers around a male police detective. Female characters do not have significant roles or challenge traditional gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Frame Of Mind?

Limited

The setting and historical context suggest a focus on traditional Western political history. This often leads to a lack of diverse casting.

How does Frame Of Mind represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film questions historical narratives by breaking down official state stories. However, it does so through a typical crime thriller format.

Does Frame Of Mind include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with physical disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. Characters with disabilities are not given significant roles.

Present on Screen

  • The film critiques institutions by questioning official state narratives about the Kennedy assassination.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity and diverse gender identities.
  • There is a notable absence of characters with disabilities or neurodivergent perspectives.
  • The story relies on traditional gender hierarchies, centering a male protagonist.

Official Synopsis

A New Jersey police detective comes across new evidence in the Kennedy assassination.

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