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Needle Boy

Name: Needle Boy
Director: Alexander Bak Sagmo
Released: 2016
Duration: 76 min

Representation Score

4.0/10

Fair

2016

Director

Alexander Bak Sagmo

Runtime

76 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Needle Boy is a localized psychological drama that emphasizes the internal, subjective experience of a single individual. The film serves as a character study rather than a broad representation of diverse identities. While it challenges simple notions of good and evil, it does not explore a wide range of social identities. The narrative structure lacks systemic breadth. Although it critiques societal integration, it does not delve deeply into various demographic groups. Ultimately, the film offers depth in psychological themes but limits its scope in social representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Needle Boy have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender traits. The story revolves around a male protagonist's internal conflict.

How does Needle Boy portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on a male protagonist's internal crisis, following traditional masculine archetypes of distress and control.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Needle Boy?

Limited

Set in Aarhus, the film depicts a localized, possibly homogeneous social environment. Despite having a diverse cast, the narrative remains centered on regional specifics.

How does Needle Boy represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film delves into subjective morality and the breakdown of personal identity. It examines a student's alienation from university life, critiquing societal integration.

Does Needle Boy include disability representation?

Fair

The narrative addresses mental health through the protagonist's psychological issues. It offers a platform to explore neurodivergence through a crisis lens.

Present on Screen

Explores complex themes of morality and psychological distress.
Challenges simplistic views of 'good' versus 'evil' through its protagonist.
Provides a platform for discussing mental health and neurodivergence.

Limited or Absent

Needs to expand its narrative to include a wider range of social identities.
Does not represent LGBTQ+ identities.
Relies heavily on traditional masculine archetypes.

Official Synopsis

Life has become unbearable for 23 year old Nick who is convinced that he's an evil person. Consequently, he shows up at Aarhus University with a gun in his pocket wanting to shoot his fellow students.

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