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Dormant

Dormant

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

2019

TV-14

Director

Julian Jay Burton

Runtime

96 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

Dormant functions as a conventional crime drama focused on procedural mysteries and government conspiracies. The narrative emphasizes genre clichés and traditional structures rather than exploring diverse identities. The film adheres to established crime thriller clichés, such as the investigative detective and intelligence ability to act connections. This focus leads to a lack of meaningful representation of diverse identities or social subversion. Overall, the film lacks the specific elements needed for a higher diversity score, such as characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity or challenging social hierarchies.

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Category Breakdown

Does Dormant have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any representations of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships. There is no critique of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Dormant portray gender?

Limited

The story focuses on a male protagonist named Detective Jordan Long, who embodies typical masculine stereotypes found in crime dramas. The narrative does not challenge traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Dormant?

Limited

The film does not provide specific information about the racial backgrounds of its characters. The setting suggests a Western-centric perspective without highlighting diverse racial identities.

How does Dormant represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot revolves around government secrets and institutional investigations, following a standard thriller format. It does not emphasize anti-establishment themes or diverse cultural perspectives.

Does Dormant include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. There is no representation of neurodivergent individuals.

Present on Screen

  • The film employs a clear, traditional investigative structure centered on a procedural mystery.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks meaningful representation of LGBTQ+ identities or neurodivergent characters.
  • There is a notable absence of diverse racial and ethnic identities within the character descriptions.
  • The film fails to challenge traditional gender hierarchies or explore non-conventional masculine archetypes.

Official Synopsis

Detective Jordan Long is drawn in by government secrets as he investigates murders tied to late CIA Agent, Nigel Goodman.

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