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Deadly Crush

Deadly Crush

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

2018

Director

Dakota Aesquivel

Runtime

85 minutes

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Deadly Crush operates within the established conventions of independent horror, prioritizing supernatural clichés over social commentary. While the cast shows some ethnic variety, the narrative structure remains largely traditional. The film lacks meaningful engagement with the way different parts of someone's identity overlap. The central conflict revolves around a metaphysical union that reinforces traditional gender and heterosexual power dynamics rather than challenging them. Ultimately, the production focuses on individualistic horror elements. It does not attempt to deconstruct systemic hierarchies or provide deep representation for underrepresented groups.

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Category Breakdown

Does Deadly Crush have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story centers on a supernatural encounter between a woman and a male ghost, following a framework that assumes everyone is straight or cisgender rather than exploring queer identities or non-cisgender experiences.

How does Deadly Crush portray gender?

Fair

A female protagonist drives the creative plot, but her significant role is tied to a male entity's resurrection plan. This suggests a reliance on clichés where female characters are overshadowed by male forces.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Deadly Crush?

Fair

The cast includes a multi-ethnic group of performers, including Murisa Harba and Carolina Hoyos. However, it remains unclear if these characters play a significant role or serve merely as peripheral figures.

How does Deadly Crush represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film uses a secluded cabin setting common in Western horror. The narrative follows standard supernatural clichés without addressing systemic power dynamics, religion, or broader cultural critiques.

Does Deadly Crush include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any physical or neurodivergent disabilities within its cast or plot.

Present on Screen

  • The cast includes a diverse array of performers, such as Murisa Harba and Carolina Hoyos.
  • The film features a female protagonist whose journey is centered on her creative process.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative relies on traditional gender and heterosexual clichés.
  • There is a lack of representation regarding disability or neurodivergent identities.
  • The plot lacks exploration of systemic power dynamics or cultural critiques.

Official Synopsis

When a painter rents a secluded cabin to jump start her creativity, she has sex with a ghost and finds herself part of his plan to bring itself back to life.

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