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Abnormal Attraction

Abnormal Attraction

Representation Score

4.5/10

Fair

2018

Not Rated

Director

Michael Leavy

Runtime

107 minutes

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Abnormal Attraction uses a fantasy world to explore the tensions between humans and mythical creatures. This setting allows the film to mirror real-world prejudice and social insecurity through non-human entities. While the story hints at a critique of systemic barriers, it does not provide specific details about individual identities. Diversity is expressed through metaphor rather than direct representation. The film's impact on diversity depends on how well these mythical species represent underrepresented human groups.

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Category Breakdown

Does Abnormal Attraction have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film uses monsters as a metaphor to possibly address prejudice and insecurity. There is no clear indication of non-binary or LGBTQ+ identities or intimate relationships.

How does Abnormal Attraction portray gender?

Fair

The film includes a mix of male and female characters, but it does not clearly show a challenge to traditional gender roles. It is unclear how much influence or control characters have based on their gender.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Abnormal Attraction?

Fair

The coexistence of humans and mythical creatures may represent racial and ethnic diversity. The specific ethnic makeup of the human cast is not detailed.

How does Abnormal Attraction represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story explores conflicts between different groups, which might critique societal structures. The film's stance on religious morality or Western institutions is not explicitly stated.

Does Abnormal Attraction include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Disability is not used as a narrative device.

Present on Screen

  • Uses a fantasy setting to explore themes of coexistence and prejudice.
  • Employs mythical creatures as potential metaphors for underrepresented social groups.
  • Features a multi-threaded narrative structure to examine social friction.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks clear evidence of non-binary or LGBTQ+ identities.
  • Does not clearly show a challenge to traditional gender roles.
  • Does not specify the ethnic makeup of the human cast.

Official Synopsis

In a world where mythical creatures are real, monsters and humans are forced to coexist; and as prejudice and insecurity pulls everyone apart, three separate storylines manage to come together.

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