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Kiss & Spell

Name: Kiss & Spell
Director: Stephane Gauger
Released: 2017

Representation Score

4.5/10

Fair

2017

Director

Stephane Gauger

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New Showbiz Analysis

Kiss & Spell operates as a conventional supernatural romantic comedy. It uses a paranormal catalyst to drive a standard 'opposites attract' cliché rather than challenging social hierarchies or deconstructing traditional norms. The film relies heavily on established genre archetypes. While the presence of a ghost introduces a non-traditional element, the narrative structure remains focused on courtship and romantic development. Ultimately, the work lacks evidence of intentional multi-layered representation. It functions as a mid-range genre piece that follows predictable romantic structures.

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Category Breakdown

Does Kiss & Spell have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story focuses on a typical romantic relationship between a magician and his assistant. There is no clear indication of LGBTQ identities or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Kiss & Spell portray gender?

Fair

The plot follows a traditional romantic pursuit where the male lead must prove himself. Although the female lead has a unique supernatural connection, the dynamics remain conventional.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Kiss & Spell?

Minimal

The film's setting and cast identities are not specified. While the title suggests a Vietnamese connection, the narrative does not explicitly explore ethnic identity.

How does Kiss & Spell represent religion and culture?

Fair

The use of a ghostly element allows for whimsical spiritualism rather than strict religious morality. However, the core themes align with globalized romantic clichés.

Does Kiss & Spell include disability representation?

Fair

The female lead's haunting by a deceased friend serves as a supernatural condition. It is unclear if this 'otherness' provides real power to the character or acts merely as a plot device.

Present on Screen

The supernatural element introduces a unique form of 'otherness' through the female lead's connection to a deceased friend.
The film utilizes whimsical spiritualism, allowing for a departure from strict religious morality.

Limited or Absent

The narrative relies on traditional romantic pursuit clichés rather than subverting gender hierarchies.
There is a lack of explicit representation regarding LGBTQ identities or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth expressions.
The film does not provide clear evidence of exploring ethnic identity or racial diversity.

Official Synopsis

When a ghost-fearing magician falls for his staffer, who happens to be haunted by her dead best friend, he must face his fears while convincing her he'd make an excellent boyfriend.

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