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Deadly Karma

Name: Deadly Karma
Director: Joel Paul Reisig
Released: 2011
Duration: 79 min

Representation Score

0.9/10

Minimal

2011

Director

Joel Paul Reisig

Runtime

79 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Deadly Karma operates within the traditional boundaries of the independent slasher genre. The narrative centers on a single protagonist, Sammy Harris, seeking revenge for past traumas. The film adheres closely to standard genre conventions, lacking evidence of progressive representation. While it touches on mental health issues, it does not provide enough detail to assess the handling of these themes.

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Category Breakdown

Does Deadly Karma have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or storylines involving queer identities.

How does Deadly Karma portray gender?

Minimal

The story revolves around a male protagonist and his former classmates. There is no mention of women's ability to drive the story or challenges to traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Deadly Karma?

Minimal

The film focuses on a single social group without highlighting multi-ethnic backgrounds. There is no indication of diverse casting or varied racial representation.

How does Deadly Karma represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The movie follows a typical slasher storyline without addressing cultural or ideological critiques. It lacks any anti-establishment or postmodern themes.

Does Deadly Karma include disability representation?

Limited

The protagonist's history in a mental institution introduces themes of mental health struggles. However, it is unclear whether these themes are explored with nuance or simply used as a plot device.

Present on Screen

The film explores themes of mental health and neurodivergence through the protagonist's background.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks evidence of racial, gender, or LGBTQ+ diversity among its characters.
The narrative follows predictable slasher clichés without offering systemic or cultural critiques.
There is no indication of nuanced exploration of the protagonist's mental health struggles.

Official Synopsis

Bullied in High School, Sammy Harris ends up in a mental institution for five years. Now, five years later, his old classmates are dying one at a time.

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