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Slice

Name: Slice
Director: Kongkiat Khomsiri
Released: 2009
Duration: 99 min

Representation Score

5.2/10

Fair

2009

Director

Kongkiat Khomsiri

Runtime

99 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Slice is a gritty exploration of nihilism and social collapse set in a Thai urban environment. It emphasizes atmospheric chaos and the erosion of moral frameworks over broad demographic representation. Although the film lacks diverse representation, it offers a progressive critique by challenging traditional institutions. By presenting anti-social behavior as a result of a chaotic environment, it deviates from typical Hollywood formulas. However, the limited character diversity restricts its overall inclusivity score.

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Category Breakdown

Does Slice have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It focuses solely on a group of male friends without any queer themes.

How does Slice portray gender?

Limited

The story centers around a group of male friends, emphasizing traditional masculinity. There are no female characters who play a significant role in driving the story.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Slice?

Fair

The film features a Thai cast and setting, offering a localized perspective on the crime thriller genre. Despite being ethnically uniform, it provides a non-Western viewpoint.

How does Slice represent religion and culture?

Good

The film explores moral relativism and questions traditional institutions. It depicts a world where established norms and authority are ineffective.

Does Slice include disability representation?

Limited

There are no characters with disabilities who have a meaningful impact on the story. Physical harm is used as a plot device without deeper exploration.

Present on Screen

Provides a culturally authentic Thai setting and cast.
Offers a non-Anglo-centric perspective on the crime thriller genre.
Engages in a deep critique of traditional societal institutions and morality.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or queer themes.
Features a heavy male-centric focus with minimal female roles.
Does not portray characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A serial killer is on the loose. There have been gruesome murders, with victims being ghastly dismembered and their severed body parts dumped in various locations. As the bodies keep piling up, the police remain in the dark without a single clue.

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