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Dial a Deadly Number

Name: Dial a Deadly Number
Director: Ian Fordyce
Released: 1975
Duration: 66 min

Representation Score

2.2/10

Limited

1975

TV-14

Director

Ian Fordyce

Runtime

66 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Dial a Deadly Number functions as a typical mystery-horror television film from 1975. The narrative relies on psychological tension and a chance encounter between a distressed woman and an actor, prioritizing genre clichés over social commentary. While the film features a female lead, her characterization leans toward traditional depictions of female vulnerability. The lack of information about the racial or ethnic composition of the cast makes it difficult to assess the film's inclusivity beyond its central protagonist. Ultimately, the film appears to be a period-typical genre piece. It lacks any clear evidence of diverse representation or significant subversion of social hierarchies.

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Category Breakdown

Does Dial a Deadly Number have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters or stories related to LGBTQ+ identities.

How does Dial a Deadly Number portray gender?

Fair

A young woman leads the narrative, providing a female-centric perspective. However, her role emphasizes vulnerability and distress, which might align with traditional gender stereotypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Dial a Deadly Number?

Minimal

No information is available about the racial or ethnic makeup of the cast, making it impossible to determine the level of diversity.

How does Dial a Deadly Number represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story focuses on individual psychological struggles and follows conventional genre expectations without addressing specific religious or social institutions.

Does Dial a Deadly Number include disability representation?

Limited

The protagonist's murderous dreams suggest a focus on mental health or psychological distress. It is unclear whether this explores neurodivergence or simply serves as a plot device.

Present on Screen

The film features a female-centric perspective by placing a young woman at the heart of the mystery.

Limited or Absent

The protagonist's characterization may rely on traditional clichés of female distress and vulnerability.
There is a lack of visible racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ representation within the known narrative.
The exploration of mental health through the protagonist's dreams may serve only as a plot device.

Official Synopsis

A young woman tormented by murderous dreams decides to call a psychiatrist for help but accidentally dials a desperate out -of-work actor.

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