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Natural Vice

Natural Vice

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2022

TV-MA

Director

Izzy Traub

Runtime

81 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

Natural Vice follows a traditional action genre structure, emphasizing corporate innovation and transnational crime. While the inclusion of Chinese triads adds racial diversity, the film relies heavily on established clichés of power and violence. The narrative lacks complexity in representing diverse identities, as it does not feature LGBTQ+ characters or significantly challenge traditional gender roles. The focus remains on a central conflict between a wealthy entrepreneur and organized crime, which leans towards conventional masculine storytelling. Overall, the film offers a moderate diversity profile. It introduces non-Western elements but fails to challenge social hierarchies or provide meaningful representation for underrepresented groups.

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Category Breakdown

Does Natural Vice have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any visible LGBTQ+ characters or stories about non-cisgender identities, resulting in a lack of queer inclusion.

How does Natural Vice portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on masculine figures of power and organized violence. There is no indication of female characters driving the plot or challenging traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Natural Vice?

Fair

The film includes Chinese triads, adding a non-Western ethnic element to the storyline. However, it is unclear whether these characters avoid common stereotypes.

How does Natural Vice represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story explores a conflict between Western business practices and Eastern criminal organizations. The narrative does not clearly define its stance on these systemic powers.

Does Natural Vice include disability representation?

Minimal

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

Present on Screen

  • The inclusion of Chinese triads adds a non-Western ethnic element to the central plot dynamics.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks LGBTQ+ representation and non-cisgender identities.
  • The narrative relies on traditional masculine archetypes without subverting gender hierarchies.
  • There are no characters with disabilities included in the story.

Official Synopsis

A millionaire entrepreneur invents a new form of ecstasy only for his business to be chased down by the Chinese triads.

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