
The Secret Lives of Cheerleaders
2019

Representation Score
Minimal
2019
Director
David DeCoteau
Runtime
90 minutes
Average Rating
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The film follows a traditional suspense-thriller format focused on domestic intrigue and interpersonal deception. It emphasizes established genre conventions rather than integrating diverse perspectives or dismantling social norms. The narrative centers on a conflict between a tutor and a family unit, sticking closely to standard genre formulas without engaging with complex identity politics or disrupting conventional social hierarchies. Overall, the film does not show a clear effort to explore or challenge complex social structures or identity issues.
Category Breakdown
The film centers on tensions between a male athlete, his mother, and a female tutor, all assumed to be heterosexual and cisgender.
The story relies on traditional male and female stereotypes, such as the strong male athlete and the manipulative woman, without challenging gender hierarchies.
The characters represent a typical Western family setting with no indication of diverse racial backgrounds or multi-layered stories.
The story unfolds within a conventional Western domestic setting, focusing on personal conflicts without addressing broader cultural or institutional issues.
The film does not include any characters dealing with physical, neurological, or mental health conditions.
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Official Synopsis
When star high school athlete Eric needs help with his school work, Emily convinces Eric's mother Carol, that she is perfect tutor for her son but she has other reasons to that stem beyond helping him with his homework.

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