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Earworm

Name: Earworm
Director: Kyle Kleege
Released: 2024
Duration: 101 min

Representation Score

3.3/10

Limited

2024

Director

Kyle Kleege

Runtime

101 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Earworm primarily functions as a psychological thriller focusing on individual instability rather than a study of systemic identity. The narrative centers on Henry Adams, a socially awkward man experiencing a psychotic break, placing the film within traditional genre clichés. While the film touches on mental health and critiques of institutionalized wellness, it lacks meaningful representation of diverse racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ perspectives. The focus remains on a singular character-driven descent into danger.

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Category Breakdown

Does Earworm have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film doesn't include any characters or stories that challenge the idea that everyone is straight. There are no narratives that question this assumption.

How does Earworm portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a male protagonist dealing with mental health issues. It doesn't challenge traditional gender roles or hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Earworm?

Minimal

The main characters are predominantly white and Anglo-Saxon. The story follows a typical character study without showing how different races might interact.

How does Earworm represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film may criticize Western wellness institutions by portraying a self-help group as dangerous. However, it's not clear how deeply this criticism runs.

Does Earworm include disability representation?

Fair

The protagonist's psychotic break brings up themes of mental health and neurodivergence. It's unclear if the character has control over their situation or if their condition is used as a scary plot device.

Present on Screen

Explores themes of mental health and neurodivergence through the protagonist's psychotic break.
Potentially criticizes traditional Western self-help and wellness institutions.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or narratives challenging the assumption that everyone is straight.
Doesn't show racial or ethnic diversity within the cast or story.
Doesn't challenge traditional gender roles or portray masculinity in non-traditional ways.

Official Synopsis

Henry Adams, a socially awkward man seeking help for his condition accepts an invitation to a self help group that is more than it seems. Danger is around every corner as Henry goes deeper into the treatment.

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