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Blurred Vision

Name: Blurred Vision
Director: Ivan Elmer
Released: 2019
Duration: 82 min

Representation Score

0.9/10

Minimal

2019

Director

Ivan Elmer

Runtime

82 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Blurred Vision functions as a traditional psychological thriller centered on the breakdown of a nuclear family unit. The plot delves into the impact of external pressures, particularly from an overprotective mother-in-law. The film does not challenge established social hierarchies or promote diverse identities. Instead, it focuses on individual psychological instability and the erosion of reality within a conventional domestic setting. While female characters wield significant influence, the narrative does not provide enough context to determine if it challenges or reinforces traditional gender roles. The emphasis is on personal deception rather than broader social critiques.

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Category Breakdown

Does Blurred Vision have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a heterosexual relationship between Andre and Elisa. There is no indication of non-straight or non-cisgender identities or stories that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Blurred Vision portray gender?

Fair

Female characters, such as Elisa and her overprotective mother, play significant roles in influencing the protagonist's life. These roles challenge the male protagonist's stability, though they may still rely on traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Blurred Vision?

Minimal

The story revolves around personal conflicts and family tensions. There is no information about the racial or ethnic backgrounds of the actors.

How does Blurred Vision represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film examines the breakdown of the traditional family unit through a psychological perspective. It emphasizes individual morality and personal perception rather than broader cultural critiques.

Does Blurred Vision include disability representation?

Minimal

Andre questions his mental state throughout the story. It is unclear if this portrayal offers a detailed look at neurodivergence or follows typical thriller conventions.

Present on Screen

Female characters significantly impact the male protagonist's life.
The film effectively dismantles the illusion of a perfect domestic life.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight/non-cisgender narratives.
There is no evidence of racial, ethnic, or systemic cultural diversity.
The portrayal of psychological instability does not clearly address neurodivergent issues.

Official Synopsis

Andre and his girlfriend Elisa are in love, full of hope, got a new place and just found out she’s pregnant! Everything seems perfect, except little things start going wrong and soon Andre is questioning his sanity, the pregnancy and his girlfriend. When her overprotective mother arrives, Andre finds himself in a web of lies that become deadly…

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