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Deadly Desire

Deadly Desire

Representation Score

0.9/10

Minimal

1991

R

Director

Charles Correll

Runtime

93 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

Deadly Desire is a crime thriller that adheres to a conventional genre structure centered around deception and organized crime. The plot revolves around a scam involving a security guard and a businessman, initiated by a woman's manipulation. While the film features a central female catalyst, the cast lacks racial and ethnic diversity, consisting almost entirely of white actors. Additionally, the story does not include LGBTQ+ characters or those with disabilities. Instead, it focuses on themes of illegal activity and mob ties, creating a narrow social landscape.

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Category Breakdown

Does Deadly Desire have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

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

How does Deadly Desire portray gender?

Fair

A female character initiates the plot by manipulating a man, but male characters dominate the main action and conflicts.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Deadly Desire?

Minimal

The cast is predominantly made up of white actors, with no characters of color appearing in the narrative.

How does Deadly Desire represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story focuses on insurance scams and organized crime, avoiding traditional family or religious institutions.

Does Deadly Desire include disability representation?

Minimal

No characters with physical or mental disabilities are featured in the film.

Present on Screen

  • A female character drives the initial plot conflict.

Limited or Absent

  • The cast lacks racial and ethnic diversity.
  • There is no LGBTQ+ representation.
  • No characters with disabilities are depicted.

Official Synopsis

A security guard is enticed to scam a businessman for his insurance money by the man's attractive wife. The trouble begins when he discovers that the husband has ties to the mob.

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