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Adrenalin

Name: Adrenalin
Director: Dominique Othenin-Girard
Released: 1996
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

0.7/10

Minimal

1996

Director

Dominique Othenin-Girard

Runtime

90 minutes

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Adrenalin is a conventional 1990s action-thriller that adheres to the genre's established sociopolitical constraints. The narrative relies on traditional hierarchies without attempting to subvert them. The film lacks intentionality regarding diverse representation, reinforcing existing social norms through its casting and character dynamics.

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Category Breakdown

Does Adrenalin have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. It follows a traditional framework that assumes everyone is straight.

How does Adrenalin portray gender?

Limited

Female characters are often placed in survivalist roles, while power dynamics are centered around masculine aggression and physical dominance, following conventional 1990s clichés.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Adrenalin?

Limited

The cast is predominantly white with little ethnic diversity. There is no indication of diverse casting to challenge historical norms.

How does Adrenalin represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film operates as a typical genre piece without deeply critiquing Western institutions. Its moral framework centers on conventional crime and punishment.

Does Adrenalin include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include characters with physical, neurodivergent, or sensory disabilities. Disability is not used as a central theme or tool for empowerment.

Present on Screen

The film serves as a standard, predictable genre piece for fans of mid-90s action-thrillers.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks racial and ethnic diversity, relying on a predominantly white cast.
Gender roles are limited to traditional clichés, often centering on masculine aggression.
There is a complete absence of LGBTQ+ representation or non-cisgender identities.
The narrative fails to include characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Stephan Renner from the SEK shoots the terrorist Harloff during an operation. He had previously killed his wife Barbara with his partner Tatjana. For this, Renner is sentenced to several years in prison and also loses custody of his daughter. When he is released, he is threatened by anonymous calls.

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