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The Devil's Mouth

The Devil's Mouth

Representation Score

3.0/10

Limited

2026

PG-13

Director

Jeff Wadlow

Runtime

106 minutes

Average Rating

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The Devil's Mouth assembles a racially mixed ensemble that fits its Thai setting, yet the narrative lens remains firmly on Western protagonists. Women share the screen and stakes, but leadership and agency are left vague. Local culture functions as scenery rather than substance. Queer identities and disability are entirely absent, narrowing the film’s social scope. The shark threat demands physical prowess, sidelining characters who might not fit that mold. These omissions keep the diversity score low despite surface-level casting variety. Strengths lie in visible racial diversity and female presence in a high-stakes thriller. Weaknesses emerge in tokenistic local roles and a lack of inclusive storytelling beyond appearance. The result is a familiar survival setup with limited representational depth.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Devil's Mouth have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

No LGBTQ+ characters or same-sex relationships appear in the available plot details. The narrative focuses strictly on the group’s survival against the shark, leaving queer identities absent from the ensemble.

How does The Devil's Mouth portray gender?

Fair

The cast is mixed, with women like Sara and Max listed alongside male characters. The synopsis suggests shared survival stakes but does not specify who leads the rescue efforts or drives key decisions.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Devil's Mouth?

Good

The film features a diverse cast including actors of Asian descent like Lana Condor and Nico Hiraga. The setting in Thailand aligns with this casting, though specific character roles are not detailed.

How does The Devil's Mouth represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story centers on Western college students treating Thailand as a backdrop for adventure. Local characters like the Captain appear in supporting roles without deeper cultural exploration or agency.

Does The Devil's Mouth include disability representation?

Minimal

No characters with physical or mental disabilities are mentioned in the cast or plot summaries. The survival challenge relies on physical endurance and swimming ability, excluding disabled perspectives.

Present on Screen

  • Features a racially diverse ensemble cast appropriate for the international setting.
  • Includes prominent female leads in a high-stakes survival scenario.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks any visible LGBTQ+ representation among the main group.
  • Local Thai characters appear limited to supporting or background roles.

Official Synopsis

A group of college friends' Thailand adventure turns deadly when they become trapped in submerged caves with a dangerous predator. As oxygen runs low, past conflicts emerge in their desperate fight for survival.

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