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Hexed

Name: Hexed
Director: Alan Spencer
Released: 1993
Duration: 93 min

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

1993

Director

Alan Spencer

Runtime

93 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Hexed is a product of its time, functioning as a genre-specific slapstick comedy that prioritizes physical humor over social depth. The narrative relies heavily on established clichés, such as the bumbling male protagonist and the deadly femme fatale, reinforcing traditional gender dynamics without challenging them. The film lacks intentionality regarding diverse representation. The cast and setting reflect a homogeneous, Western middle-class status quo, offering little in the way of racial, cultural, or LGBTQ+ diversity. It remains a self-contained supernatural comedy that avoids any meaningful engagement with systemic power structures or diverse identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Hexed have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film adheres to traditional heterosexual and cisgender norms, with no depiction of same-sex relationships or non-binary identities.

How does Hexed portray gender?

Limited

Hexina is portrayed as a dangerous femme fatale, while Matthew is shown as a bumbling hero. These roles rely on conventional gender stereotypes without deeper exploration.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Hexed?

Limited

The cast appears uniform, reflecting the suburban comedy style of the era. There is no significant racial diversity or multicultural elements.

How does Hexed represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story unfolds within a typical Western, middle-class context. It avoids any critique of religion or Western institutions, focusing on supernatural humor.

Does Hexed include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not center on neurodivergence or physical disabilities. The supernatural curse serves as a comedic element rather than exploring lived experiences.

Present on Screen

The film employs high-energy slapstick and physical humor typical of Alan Spencer's comedic style.

Limited or Absent

The narrative relies on outdated gender stereotypes and lacks nuanced character development.
The cast lacks racial and cultural diversity, reflecting a very narrow demographic.
There is no meaningful representation of LGBTQ+ identities or disability-related lived experiences.

Official Synopsis

Lowly hotel clerk Matthew Welch stumbles unto a chance to go on a date with supermodel Hexina by pretending he is someone else. But something goes wrong on the date, she tries to kill him! Soon she kills a couple more people, and unfortunately all the evidence points to Matthew. Gloria, who has been wishing Matthew would ask her on a date, thinks he is innocent and is willing to help, but hardnosed Detective Ferguson is hot on the clues, and closing in on Matthew.

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