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Dirty Lies

Name: Dirty Lies
Director: Jamie Marshall
Released: 2016
Duration: 94 min

Representation Score

0.3/10

Minimal

2016

TV-14

Director

Jamie Marshall

Runtime

94 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Dirty Lies follows a traditional thriller framework, emphasizing a high-stakes plot over sociological depth. The narrative relies on established genre clichés, such as the pursuit of a valuable MacGuffin and themes of individual greed. The film lacks the symbols of progressive representation. It focuses on a localized conflict of betrayal rather than challenging social hierarchies or exploring the way different parts of someone's identity overlap. Ultimately, the work adheres to standard storytelling norms. It functions as a conventional crime piece without demonstrating an intentionality toward diversifying the cinematic landscape.

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Category Breakdown

Does Dirty Lies have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any representation of LGBTQ+ identities. There are no scenes depicting same-sex relationships or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Dirty Lies portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around a male protagonist and a pair of criminals. The lack of visible women's ability to drive the story indicates a traditional distribution of gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Dirty Lies?

Minimal

There is no evidence of a predominantly non-white cast. The narrative focuses on class-based tension without addressing ethnic or racial diversity.

How does Dirty Lies represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot operates within a conventional capitalist framework focused on material wealth. It lacks deconstruction of Western institutions or diverse cultural perspectives.

Does Dirty Lies include disability representation?

Minimal

No characters with visible or invisible disabilities are identified. The synopsis does not indicate any representation of individuals with disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film employs a clear, high-stakes thriller framework centered on a million-dollar necklace.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks characters with diverse backgrounds and multi-layered identities.
The story relies on conventional formulas rather than going beyond familiar patterns.
There is a notable absence of women's ability to drive the story and diverse racial representation.

Official Synopsis

An under-appreciated intern entrusted with a million dollar necklace races to find out which of his money hungry room-mates betrayed him as he battles a desperate criminal duo bent on stealing.

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