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Night of the Sicario

Name: Night of the Sicario
Director: Joth Riggs
Released: 2021
Duration: 82 min

Representation Score

4.3/10

Fair

2021

Director

Joth Riggs

Runtime

82 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Night of the Sicario primarily functions as a conventional thriller. By centering a Colombian family, the film introduces meaningful ethnic representation and moves away from a purely Western-centric perspective. However, it adheres to traditional narrative structures and does not delve into deeper cultural or systemic critiques. The focus remains on protection and pursuit, following conventional gender and power roles.

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Category Breakdown

Does Night of the Sicario have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any explicit references to LGBTQ+ characters or queer identities. The plot revolves around a traditional thriller storyline without addressing non-straight relationships or experiences.

How does Night of the Sicario portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on a Colombian woman and her daughter, emphasizing female-driven stakes. However, the protector role might reinforce traditional masculine archetypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Night of the Sicario?

Good

The narrative centers on a Colombian woman and child, shifting away from a purely Western-centric viewpoint. The presence of a drug cartel introduces complex ethnic dynamics.

How does Night of the Sicario represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film addresses themes of systemic corruption and legal instability within established action-thriller clichés. It does not offer deep cultural critiques or engage with religious themes.

Does Night of the Sicario include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities featured in the narrative.

Present on Screen

Centers a Colombian woman and her child, providing meaningful ethnic representation.
Moves away from a purely Western-centric perspective by featuring a non-Anglo protagonist.

Limited or Absent

Lacks intentional inclusion of LGBTQ+ characters or queer narratives.
Relies on traditional genre clichés rather than challenging conventional gender or power structures.

Official Synopsis

Taylor is forced to hide the young daughter of a Colombian woman in witness protection who will be testifying against a powerful drug cartel in Federal Court, as ruthless sicarios aim to hunt them down.

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