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Dark Meridian

Name: Dark Meridian
Director: Rankin Hickman
Released: 2017
Duration: 91 min

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

2017

Director

Rankin Hickman

Runtime

91 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

Dark Meridian operates as a traditional crime thriller, closely following established genre conventions. The narrative centers on a single male protagonist dealing with urban corruption, which limits the scope for diverse perspectives. The film lacks the necessary structure for characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. Without diverse character identities or social deconstruction, the story remains focused on a standard crime-and-consequence framework. Ultimately, the film does not seem to intentionally disrupt traditional demographic hierarchies, resulting in a narrow narrative focus.

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Category Breakdown

Does Dark Meridian have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships.

How does Dark Meridian portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around a male detective, focusing on a conventional genre setup. It does not show strong women's ability to drive the story or challenge traditional male leadership roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Dark Meridian?

Fair

Despite the New Orleans setting, which suggests potential for diverse casting, the film does not confirm the racial backgrounds of its characters. There are no high-profile characters of color.

How does Dark Meridian represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative follows a typical moral framework found in crime thrillers. It does not show any anti-Western or secularist themes.

Does Dark Meridian include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not mention any characters with physical disabilities, mental health conditions, or neurodivergence. These elements do not influence the character arcs or plot.

Present on Screen

The New Orleans setting provides a rich cultural backdrop with potential for diverse storytelling.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks strong female characters and diverse identities.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ individuals or people with disabilities.
The narrative relies on a single male protagonist, limiting multi-layered depth.

Official Synopsis

A corrupt New Orleans detective gets caught up in a fight between two criminal gangs while on a stake out. To survive the night, he must find a killer on the run and take him out before the killer reaches his other targets.

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