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Crystal Force

Name: Crystal Force
Director: Laura Keats
Released: 1990
Duration: 82 min

Representation Score

3.5/10

Limited

1990

Director

Laura Keats

Runtime

82 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Crystal Force is a period-specific horror film that centers on a singular protagonist's spiritual misadventure. While it offers some ability to act to its female lead, the narrative remains narrow in its scope of identity and background. The film succeeds in challenging traditional religious norms by embracing New Age mysticism. However, this thematic shift does not extend to broader social or characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. Overall, the work functions as a conventional genre piece. It lacks the diverse casting and varied character identities necessary to achieve a higher progressive rating.

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Category Breakdown

Does Crystal Force have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not explicitly depict non-straight relationships. The story focuses solely on the relationship between the widow, Hope, and her deceased husband, John.

How does Crystal Force portray gender?

Fair

Hope is a central character who drives the plot with strong emotional involvement. Her choice to accept the Crystal propels the main conflict, moving away from traditional male protector roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Crystal Force?

Minimal

There is no indication of a diverse cast. The character names and themes suggest a narrative centered around a homogeneous demographic.

How does Crystal Force represent religion and culture?

Good

The story delves into New Age spirituality rather than traditional religious practices. It emphasizes subjective mysticism and 'love powers' over established Western religious institutions.

Does Crystal Force include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not provide any information regarding the depiction of physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

The female protagonist, Hope, plays a significant role in driving the story.
The narrative explores non-traditional, New Age spirituality rather than standard religious clichés.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships.
There is an absence of documented racial or ethnic diversity within the cast.
The story does not address physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

At John's funeral, a seemingly kind old man stands near John's widow Hope. He is the master of The Crystal, possessor of its light and terror. Hope accepts The Crystal in good faith, praying it contains New Age love powers. But she has gravely miscalculated...

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