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Stalked by My Patient

Stalked by My Patient

Representation Score

4.5/10

Fair

2018

TV-14

Director

Rod Roberts

Runtime

86 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Stalked by My Patient follows the traditional structure of a psychological thriller, focusing on suspense and individual psychological conflict. It does not delve into characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity or challenge social hierarchies. The film relies heavily on established genre clichés, particularly those involving gendered power dynamics and the use of mental health as a narrative device. It does not explore identities outside of a traditional straight-centered framework.

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Category Breakdown

Does Stalked by My Patient have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-binary gender identities.

How does Stalked by My Patient portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a female professional and a male antagonist, relying on the traditional cliché of a woman being pursued by a man's obsession.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Stalked by My Patient?

Limited

The film adheres to typical casting practices for mid-budget thrillers and does not feature a racially diverse cast.

How does Stalked by My Patient represent religion and culture?

Limited

The setting is a secular medical practice without any religious themes or institutional critiques.

Does Stalked by My Patient include disability representation?

Limited

Mental health issues play a central role in the plot, serving primarily as a source of tension rather than exploring the character's ability to drive the story.

Present on Screen

  • The film establishes a clear professional authority for its female lead character.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative relies on the 'victim/predator' cliché rather than challenging gendered power structures.
  • Mental health issues are used as a plot device rather than being explored through a lens of neurodivergent empowerment.
  • The film lacks racial diversity and does not feature a non-homogeneous cast.
  • There is a lack of LGBTQ+ representation or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

Official Synopsis

A troubled patient mistakes a doctor's compassion for adoration and becomes obsessed, willing to do whatever it takes to keep her in his life.

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