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Diary of a Bad Lad

Name: Diary of a Bad Lad
Director: Michael Booth
Released: 2010
Duration: 92 min

Representation Score

3.3/10

Limited

2010

Director

Michael Booth

Runtime

92 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Diary of a Bad Lad centers on a filmmaker's investigation into local corruption, functioning primarily as a found-footage genre piece. The narrative emphasizes the mechanics of a criminal underworld rather than exploring identity-based themes. While the plot touches on systemic issues like property rackets and drug importation, these elements do not translate into a structured exploration of overlapping identities. The film adheres to traditional, plot-driven genre conventions. Ultimately, the lack of verifiable data regarding diverse character roles or casting results in a low diversity profile. The focus remains on the investigation rather than social representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Diary of a Bad Lad have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on criminal investigations involving prostitution and pornography. There is no clear indication of LGBTQ+ characters taking active roles or challenging assumptions about straight relationships.

How does Diary of a Bad Lad portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a male protagonist named Barry Lick. Female characters are present, but it is unclear if they play significant roles or challenge traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Diary of a Bad Lad?

Limited

There is no information about the racial makeup of the cast or the setting. The film does not provide evidence of casting actors from diverse racial backgrounds.

How does Diary of a Bad Lad represent religion and culture?

Fair

The investigation into property rackets and illicit trades may critique capitalist structures. However, the film does not clearly oppose Western or capitalist values.

Does Diary of a Bad Lad include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the film's context or synopsis.

Present on Screen

The narrative potentially critiques institutional corruption and capitalist structures through its investigation of local rackets.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks documented evidence of diverse casting or varied representation.
Female characters and LGBTQ+ individuals do not have clear roles or ability to act within the plot.
The narrative does not address disability or specific racial and ethnic diversity.

Official Synopsis

Frustrated filmmaker, Barry Lick, sets out to attempt to make a documentary about a local businessman who he believes is involved in property rackets, prostitution, pornography and the importation of large quantities of recreational drugs.

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