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Aftertaste

Name: Aftertaste
Director: Chloë Wicks
Released: 2020
Duration: 13 min

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2020

Director

Chloë Wicks

Runtime

13 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Aftertaste operates within a traditional framework, focusing its tension on a central romantic relationship. While Moll, the female lead, plays a significant role in driving the plot, the film lacks broader diversity. The production follows standard genre conventions, particularly in its casting and narrative structure. Without evidence of diverse ethnic backgrounds or LGBTQ+ identities, the film remains a conventional horror-thriller centered on a central, seemingly straight relationship. Ultimately, the film's impact on representation is limited by its adherence to established clichés.

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Category Breakdown

Does Aftertaste have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film centers on the developing relationship between Moll and Alfie. There is no indication of LGBTQ themes or non-straight relationships within the story.

How does Aftertaste portray gender?

Fair

Moll is the main character who drives the plot through a secret that creates tension. She plays a significant role in the story, but the narrative follows typical romantic thriller structures.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Aftertaste?

Limited

The cast and storyline do not show a diverse range of ethnicities or backgrounds. The film adheres to traditional casting practices common in the horror genre.

How does Aftertaste represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative revolves around themes of secrecy and psychological instability. There is no evidence of the film challenging Western institutions or representing specific cultural identities.

Does Aftertaste include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any representations of disability, neurodivergence, or chronic illness.

Present on Screen

The film features a strong female lead who drives the narrative tension and plot stakes.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks visible racial and ethnic diversity within the cast and storyline.
There is no evidence of LGBTQ+ representation or queer-coded character arcs.
The story does not include characters with disabilities or neurodivergent traits.

Official Synopsis

Moll and Alfie are getting together after a few years of friendship, but she has a secret that threatens not only their budding romance, but also his life.

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