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La Flamme Rouge

La Flamme Rouge

Representation Score

2.3/10

Limited

2021

Director

Derek Maze, Brent Scott Maze

Runtime

94 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

La Flamme Rouge is a character-focused crime thriller that relies on noir elements. It centers on the psychological unraveling of a protagonist rather than a critique of societal structures. The film challenges traditional heroic figures by depicting a protagonist influenced by paranoia and drug use. However, it stays within conventional thriller clichés that limit its broader social commentary. Overall, the narrative focuses on personal instability without delving into larger social structures.

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Category Breakdown

Does La Flamme Rouge have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film includes a romantic relationship between Rick Van Pelt and Isaac, which deviates from typical heterosexual plots. However, their specific identities are not clearly defined.

How does La Flamme Rouge portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around a male crisis driven by paranoia and violence. Female characters mainly serve as catalysts for male conflict rather than having independent roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is La Flamme Rouge?

Minimal

The film does not provide information about the racial or ethnic makeup of the cast. There are no details on the diverse backgrounds of the supporting characters.

How does La Flamme Rouge represent religion and culture?

Fair

The movie explores moral ambiguity through a dream-like sequence. It emphasizes situational ethics and systemic issues over traditional social order.

Does La Flamme Rouge include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with physical or cognitive differences. Disability is not used as a plot device.

Present on Screen

  • Disrupts the 'stable hero' archetype by showing a protagonist struggling with psychological issues.
  • Explores themes of infidelity and criminal activities, challenging traditional morality.
  • Uses a non-traditional romantic relationship to move away from typical heterosexual plots.

Limited or Absent

  • Avoid portraying female characters solely as catalysts for male conflicts.
  • Include more diverse racial and ethnic perspectives among the supporting cast.
  • Enhance multi-layered depth to go beyond individual psychological struggles.

Official Synopsis

A violent night sends cycling champ Rick Van Pelt into a neon-drenched fever dream. Fuelled by scotch and paranoia, he confronts Isaac about an affair with his fiancé. A shocking turn of events unveils their scheme to rip off a reclusive art dealer. Eccentric friends, old and new, fail to save Rick from the nocturnal underworld and his demons personified - a renegade detective his only hope.

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