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Deadly Virtues: Love. Honour. Obey.

Deadly Virtues: Love. Honour. Obey.

Representation Score

2.4/10

Limited

2014

NC-17

Director

Ate de Jong

Runtime

87 minutes

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The film functions as a psychological character study focused on individual transgressions and the breakdown of trust. It prioritizes genre-driven eroticism and tension over social commentary. While the narrative challenges audience comfort through graphic BDSM and violence, it does not attempt to disrupt systemic hierarchies. The setting remains insulated within a specific class and racial archetype. Ultimately, the work lacks depth in reflecting multiple aspects of identity, focusing instead on the interpersonal secrets of a highly homogenous, affluent group.

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Category Breakdown

Does Deadly Virtues: Love. Honour. Obey. have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story focuses on a heterosexual marriage and a male intruder. It lacks representations of non-binary or transgender identities and does not critique traditional sexual dynamics.

How does Deadly Virtues: Love. Honour. Obey. portray gender?

Fair

Female characters occasionally take control through manipulation. However, the film frequently eroticizes female vulnerability and physical restraint.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Deadly Virtues: Love. Honour. Obey.?

Limited

The cast is primarily white and Anglo-Saxon. The film centers on a homogeneous demographic within an affluent, secluded social circle.

How does Deadly Virtues: Love. Honour. Obey. represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film explores moral relativism and the seven deadly sins. It aestheticizes elite hedonism without critiquing Western institutions or traditions.

Does Deadly Virtues: Love. Honour. Obey. include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no prominent depictions of visible or invisible disabilities. Characters are defined by socioeconomic status and psychological secrets.

Present on Screen

  • Explores complex sexual power dynamics and character control through manipulation.
  • Avoids simple victim/perpetrator clichés by introducing complicated character secrets.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks representation of non-binary or transgender identities or LGBTQ+ narratives.
  • Relies on a homogeneous, predominantly white cast and social setting.
  • Frequently utilizes the eroticization of female vulnerability and physical restraint.

Official Synopsis

A home invasion irrevocably changes the lives of all involved in ways neither victims nor perpetrator could have imagined

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