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Perseguida

Name: Perseguida
Director: José Nieto Ramírez
Released: 1991
Duration: 86 min

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

1991

Director

José Nieto Ramírez

Runtime

86 minutes

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Perseguida is a genre-driven crime thriller that prioritizes political intrigue and plot momentum over demographic representation. While it centers a female protagonist and avoids traditional clichés, it remains a conventional action-drama in its social scope. The film successfully gives a leading role to its female lead, Lorena, who transitions from a professional journalist to a survivalist. However, the narrative lacks complexity in intersecting identities and focuses more on the mechanics of a political conspiracy than on identity-based storytelling. Ultimately, the film functions as a critique of political transparency. It stays within the established boundaries of the thriller genre without exploring broader social or cultural diversities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Perseguida have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any representation of non-straight or non-cisgender identities or same-sex relationships. The main storyline revolves around a traditional investigative duo and a political opponent.

How does Perseguida portray gender?

Fair

Lorena, a journalist, is the central figure driving the plot. Her professional curiosity and active role propel the story forward, keeping her at the forefront rather than in a passive position.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Perseguida?

Fair

The story is set within a specific region but does not feature diverse casting. It emphasizes class and political power dynamics over the intersection of racial backgrounds.

How does Perseguida represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film critiques systemic corruption and the volatility of institutional power. It examines how political figures use misinformation to maintain control and manage public scandals.

Does Perseguida include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters dealing with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent conditions. The narrative does not address disability in any of the character arcs.

Present on Screen

The film provides meaningful ability to act to its female lead, Lorena, making her the primary driver of the plot.
The narrative offers a skeptical critique of political institutions and the nature of systemic corruption.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks multi-layered complexity and intentional identity-based storytelling.
There is no visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or disability experiences.

Official Synopsis

A journalist Lorena and her friend photographer Raul decide to try to take an interview from influential politician Hermenegildo Parra. After several unsuccessful attempts they decide to break into his house and make some photos there but when they enter his cabinet they see him stabbed with the knife. The next day the newspaper announces his death and start to celebrate a big amount of sold copies but during the fiesta a phone calls and it was Mr.Parra "alive and kicking". After this scandal Lorena becomes pursued by some mysterious killers who want to take the negatives from her at any price. The solution of this mystery is very unexpected...

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