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El Coyote

El Coyote

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

2019

R

Director

Jeffrey Nicholson

Runtime

93 minutes

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El Coyote follows a conventional action-crime framework, emphasizing established genre clichés over innovative storytelling. The central conflict is driven by masculine-centric power dynamics and traditional brotherhoods. While the film includes a multi-ethnic cast due to the interaction between Italian and Mexican factions, it does not delve into more complex issues related to gender hierarchies, sexual diversity, or institutional critique. The narrative architecture leans heavily on patriarchal structures and straight-centered relationships.

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Category Breakdown

Does El Coyote have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include any explicit references to LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight identities. The storyline focuses on traditional mob and cartel conflicts, which tend to follow straight-centered relationships.

How does El Coyote portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around male-dominated power structures, such as former mobsters and cartel members. Female characters are not shown in positions of strategic or intellectual leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is El Coyote?

Fair

The plot involves a clash between Italian organized crime and Mexican cartels, requiring a multi-ethnic cast. However, it may rely on well-known ethnic stereotypes.

How does El Coyote represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative emphasizes traditional social bonds and patriarchal structures through themes of brotherhood and family protection. It does not explore secular or critical views of Western institutions.

Does El Coyote include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

  • The central conflict provides a natural setting for a multi-ethnic cast through the interaction of Italian and Mexican factions.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks female characters in positions of strategic authority, focusing instead on male-dominated power structures.
  • There is no representation of LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that challenge straight-centered relationships.
  • The story reinforces traditional patriarchal structures rather than exploring diverse social or institutional perspectives.

Official Synopsis

The Italian mafia takes on the Mexican cartel on the Mexican border. The cartel has captured the son of an ex-mobster in witness protection. He calls on his mob buddies to come to Arizona to help him.

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