
Broken Angel
1988

Representation Score
Minimal
1987
RDirector
Joseph Merhi
Runtime
84 minutes
Average Rating
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L.A. Crackdown is a typical 1980s genre thriller that emphasizes action and the 'war on drugs' cliché over complex social commentary. The narrative follows a traditional vigilante arc where a policewoman seeks retribution after failing to save two teenage addicts. The film leans heavily on established law enforcement archetypes. While it includes a female lead, she operates within conventional gendered expectations of strength and ability to act common to the era. Overall, the film serves as a period-specific exploitation movie focusing on individual retribution and law enforcement rather than exploring systemic identity issues or challenging social norms.
Category Breakdown
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships. The story centers around the conflict between law enforcement and drug traffickers.
A female protagonist holds a position of authority, offering some representation in a male-dominated genre. However, her pursuit of justice aligns with traditional masculine ideals.
Set in Los Angeles during the crack epidemic, the film implies a diverse population. However, it does not intentionally cast actors representing various backgrounds or challenge racial hierarchies.
The story upholds traditional Western institutions through a heroic officer archetype. It follows a straightforward path of moral clarity without questioning established social or state institutions.
The film addresses substance abuse but does not portray characters with disabilities with much depth. They are primarily shown as victims within a crime narrative.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
A policewoman tries to help two teenage crack addicts. When she doesn't succeed, and the girls die, she goes after the crack dealers.

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