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Running with the Devil

Running with the Devil

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

2019

R

Director

Jason Cabell

Runtime

100 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Running with the Devil is a typical crime thriller that relies on well-known genre clichés. The narrative emphasizes hyper-masculinity and physical dominance, creating a world defined by traditional power structures and homogeneous characters. The film does not intentionally include diverse identities or backgrounds. Its focus on a predominantly white, male-dominated cast limits its depth in terms of social perspectives. Overall, the film adheres to conventional genre standards without attempting to challenge social hierarchies or provide platforms for diverse lived experiences.

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Category Breakdown

Does Running with the Devil have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a criminal underworld that assumes everyone is straight and cisgender. There are no LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities in the story.

How does Running with the Devil portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around tough male henchmen and reinforces traditional gender roles. It lacks strong female characters and challenges to these roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Running with the Devil?

Limited

The cast is mostly white and does not include diverse racial backgrounds. The narrative does not use these diverse identities to drive the plot.

How does Running with the Devil represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film explores moral relativism and survival within a criminal environment. It focuses on the consequences of crime without critiquing broader societal issues.

Does Running with the Devil include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not represent physical or neurodivergent disabilities. Characters are defined by their capacity for violence and physical strength.

Present on Screen

  • The film offers a focused look at moral relativism within the criminal underworld.

Limited or Absent

  • The story lacks strong female characters and challenges to traditional gender roles.
  • The predominantly white cast limits the film's racial and ethnic diversity.
  • There is no representation of LGBTQ+ individuals or non-cisgender identities.
  • The film does not represent physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A leader of a drug cartel sends his two toughest henchmen to investigate why a shipment was botched.

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