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Assassination

Name: Assassination
Director: Peter R. Hunt
Released: 1987
Duration: 88 min

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

1987

PG-13

Director

Peter R. Hunt

Runtime

88 minutes

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Assassination (1987) is a conventional action thriller that prioritizes established genre tension over exploring diverse identities. The narrative structure relies on well-known thriller clichés, emphasizing the cat-and-mouse dynamic between a bodyguard and his target. The film adheres to traditional storytelling methods, lacking the necessary elements to challenge social hierarchies. It serves as a standard genre piece that upholds Western political structures without questioning them. Overall, the absence of subversive themes or identity-based power dynamics results in a traditional approach to cinematic storytelling.

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Category Breakdown

Does Assassination have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a traditional storyline focused on heterosexual relationships, with no characters representing LGBTQ+ identities.

How does Assassination portray gender?

Fair

The movie highlights a power struggle between a male protector and a female authority figure. While the female lead resists being protected by men, the overall structure remains tied to typical thriller conventions.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Assassination?

Limited

The film does not feature diverse casting, with a focus on traditional Western political figures who do not play a significant role in driving the story.

How does Assassination represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative emphasizes the protection of a high-ranking US political figure, reinforcing the stability of Western political and institutional structures without challenging them.

Does Assassination include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with visible or invisible disabilities, and the plot focuses solely on the mechanics of the assassination attempt and physical tension.

Present on Screen

The film features a female lead who actively resists male-driven protection, adding a layer of complexity to traditional gender roles.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks LGBTQ+ representation and does not include characters with disabilities.
There is a noticeable lack of racial and ethnic diversity in casting and character roles.
The narrative reinforces Western political institutions without offering any cultural or systemic critiques.

Official Synopsis

Jay Killon is the bodyguard of the recently elected US president, but he is assigned to the first lady (Lara Royce). Lara hates Killon so she does all she can to escape. The story complicates when someone tries to kill Lara.

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