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Jethica

Name: Jethica
Director: Pete Ohs
Released: 2023
Duration: 72 min

Representation Score

5.8/10

Fair

2023

Director

Pete Ohs

Runtime

72 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Jethica stands out for its structural emphasis on women's ability to drive the story. By focusing on the collaborative efforts of two women facing a high-stakes threat, the film avoids traditional patriarchal storytelling patterns. The genre-bending approach allows for unconventional problem-solving, where the protagonists drive the narrative through metaphysical means rather than passive victimhood. This elevates the female characters' roles within the horror-fantasy framework. While the film shows promise through its setting and character dynamics, specific demographic details are limited. The narrative's strength lies in its potential for nuanced, non-traditional relationship structures and multi-layered possibilities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Jethica have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film focuses on a strong bond between Elena and Jessica. Their relationship is not explicitly labeled as romantic, but the dynamic hints at potential for exploring queer subtext or non-straight relationships.

How does Jethica portray gender?

Good

Women play central roles in this film. Rather than falling into damsel-in-distress clichés, the protagonists use intelligence and supernatural abilities to protect themselves from a stalker.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Jethica?

Fair

Set in New Mexico, the film features a diverse cast. However, the specific racial identities of the main characters and supporting cast are not specified.

How does Jethica represent religion and culture?

Good

The story incorporates supernatural elements, moving away from a single religious morality. It emphasizes a more subjective, spiritual reality focused on personal survival and metaphysical intervention.

Does Jethica include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available about characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

Puts women in central, active roles prioritizing women's ability to drive the story.
Avoids standard horror clichés through unconventional, supernatural problem-solving.
Supports non-traditional relationship dynamics.

Limited or Absent

Does not specify the racial identities of the main cast.
Lacks representation of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Does not define the specific nature of the protagonists' relationship.

Official Synopsis

While hiding out in New Mexico after a freak accident, Elena runs into Jessica, an old friend from high school. When Jessica's stalker suddenly shows up at their door, they must seek help from beyond the grave to get rid of him, for good.

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