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The End

The End

Representation Score

4.8/10

Fair

2018

Director

Jeon Kyu-hwan

Runtime

105 minutes

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The film functions as a localized genre thriller that prioritizes visceral tension over social commentary. The narrative structure is centered on a singular, male-centric psychological struggle, limiting the scope for multi-layered storytelling. While the film explores mental instability, it does so through the lens of a killer archetype rather than a nuanced study of neurodivergence. The production adheres to standard genre expectations, focusing on individual pathology rather than broader systemic or cultural issues. Ultimately, the film lacks the intentionality needed to disrupt traditional social hierarchies and remains a narrow character study within a specific regional and genre context.

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Category Breakdown

Does The End have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

There are no explicit LGBTQ+ characters or non-binary gender identities in the film. The story focuses on a psychological descent into murder rather than exploring queer identity.

How does The End portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on a male protagonist's psychological breakdown. It follows conventional genre clichés driven by male-centric instability without giving much depth to female characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The End?

Fair

As a South Korean production, the film maintains cultural homogeneity. There is no evidence of multicultural casting or exploration of diverse ethnic backgrounds.

How does The End represent religion and culture?

Limited

Themes revolve around individual pathology and internal morality. The film does not offer a significant critique of systemic societal structures or Western institutions.

Does The End include disability representation?

Limited

The protagonist's mental health instability is portrayed through a thriller archetype. It is unclear if the portrayal avoids stigmatization or provides the character with genuine ability to act.

Present on Screen

  • Provides a focused, localized South Korean narrative within the thriller genre.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks diverse representation across gender, LGBTQ+, and ethnic identities.
  • Portrays mental health through traditional thriller clichés rather than nuanced ability to act.
  • Narrative lacks engagement with broader systemic or multicultural themes.

Official Synopsis

He is a murderer in his head and he is losing himself by actually killing people.

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