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Followed

Name: Followed
Director: M.J. Anderson
Released: 2015
Duration: 83 min

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

2015

Director

M.J. Anderson

Runtime

83 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Followed operates as a conventional thriller built around standard suspense clichés. The narrative focuses on a personal crisis involving a cross-country move and a marriage proposal, adhering to traditional storytelling structures. The film lacks evidence of storytelling that reflects multiple aspects of identity or challenges to traditional narrative structures. It relies on the assumption that everyone is straight and follows standard character archetypes common to the genre. Without specific details regarding the cast's racial identities or the presence of characters with disabilities, the film remains a study in traditional, mainstream thriller elements.

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Category Breakdown

Does Followed have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a typical romantic storyline involving a fiancé-to-be. There is no indication of non-straight relationships or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight.

How does Followed portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on a male protagonist and a female counterpart. These roles follow standard thriller clichés without challenging traditional gender hierarchies or giving the female character significant control over the story.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Followed?

Minimal

The narrative does not specify the racial or ethnic identities of the cast. Consequently, the presence of diverse casting cannot be determined.

How does Followed represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot emphasizes traditional life milestones like wedding proposals and moving. It lacks any indication of secular or anti-Western institutional critiques.

Does Followed include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters possessing visible or invisible disabilities. Disability is not utilized as a narrative device in this story.

Present on Screen

The film utilizes recognizable romantic milestones that ground the suspense in a relatable, personal crisis.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks evidence of diverse casting or the subversion of traditional gender and social hierarchies.
There is no indication of non-traditional identities or critiques of mainstream institutional norms.

Official Synopsis

When David unknowingly captures evidence of suspicious behavior while documenting his cross-country move and surprise wedding proposal, he and his unsuspecting fiancé-to-be become the newest target of a dangerous stalker.

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