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A Dangerous Place

A Dangerous Place

Representation Score

2.6/10

Limited

1994

R

Director

Jerry P. Jacobs

Runtime

97 minutes

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A Dangerous Place is a mid-1990s action-thriller that sticks closely to conventional genre clichés. The plot revolves around a male protagonist seeking justice for his brother's death through a martial arts organization. The film does not provide any evidence of diverse social or cultural perspectives. It focuses on a traditional masculine-coded narrative without addressing varied identities. Overall, the film functions as a typical genre piece without making intentional efforts to disrupt social hierarchies or include diverse identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does A Dangerous Place have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not feature any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or stories. The plot centers on a brotherly bond and martial arts conflict, following a traditional storyline without addressing queer identities.

How does A Dangerous Place portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on a male protagonist and his relationship with his deceased brother. It follows a masculine-coded action framework without showing any non-traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is A Dangerous Place?

Limited

There is no information regarding the racial composition of the cast or the Scorpions martial arts team. The film provides no details on ethnic backgrounds or intentional racial blending.

How does A Dangerous Place represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot follows a standard investigative cliché involving a corrupt organization. It lacks any critique of Western institutions or promotion of secularism or moral relativism.

Does A Dangerous Place include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters dealing with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent experiences.

Present on Screen

  • The film offers a focused, character-driven investigation into a fraternal bond and martial arts conflict.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities, diverse racial backgrounds, or non-traditional gender roles.
  • There is no evidence of characters navigating disability or neurodivergent experiences.
  • The story follows conventional clichés without offering cultural critiques or diverse social perspectives.

Official Synopsis

When Ethan's older brother Greg is found dead, the police rule the case a suicide, but Ethan suspects foul play stemming from Greg's recent involvement with a martial arts team called the Scorpions. Ethan is also accomplished at martial arts, and he determines to join the Scorpions as a means of learning what really happened to Greg. - Written by Michelle Sturges

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