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At All Cost

Name: At All Cost
Director: JS Marsolais
Released: 2014
Duration: 67 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

2014

NOT RATED

Director

JS Marsolais

Runtime

67 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

At All Cost functions as a localized psychological horror centered on a singular tragedy. The narrative follows a male investigator attempting to uncover the truth behind a woman's disappearance and murder. The film relies on traditional thriller clichés, where the plot is driven by victimization and mystery. It lacks the complexity needed to explore identity politics or challenge social hierarchies. Ultimately, the work serves as a character-driven study of trauma rather than a vehicle for social critique or diverse representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does At All Cost have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. The story focuses solely on a criminal investigation.

How does At All Cost portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a female victim and a male investigator. However, the female character's role is defined by her victimization rather than active involvement.

How racially and ethnically diverse is At All Cost?

Limited

The setting suggests a potentially homogeneous social environment typical of small-town horror. There is no evidence of multicultural blending or diverse casting.

How does At All Cost represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film examines community instability following extreme violence. It does not offer a systemic critique of religion or cultural norms, focusing instead on a localized event.

Does At All Cost include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information regarding characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities. Psychological distress in this genre does not constitute meaningful disability representation.

Present on Screen

The film provides a focused, character-driven study of localized trauma and community impact.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks complexity and fails to explore diverse identities or social hierarchies.
Gender roles follow traditional clichés, defining the female character primarily through her status as a victim.
The setting lacks evidence of racial or ethnic diversity, suggesting a homogeneous environment.

Official Synopsis

In 2010, an horrible event took place in the community of Saint-Joseph. The young Jessica Price went missing. A couple of weeks later, body parts were found scattered all around town, which lead the police to the conclusion that Jessica might have been horribly murdered. The murderer was never to be heard from again. Rumors spread around town that the killer filmed the horrible acts of sadism. Brian Pleasence, a close friend to Jessica decided to investigation the case. At All Cost is the testimony of a young man trying to uncover the truth about something so terrible, that common sense can't even try to describe it.

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