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Lost Angels

Lost Angels

Representation Score

5.2/10

Fair

1989

R

Director

Hugh Hudson

Runtime

116 minutes

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Lost Angels is a traditional psychological drama focusing on a male protagonist's descent into drug abuse and despair after a family breakup. The narrative emphasizes personal struggle within established social and medical institutions. The film does not explicitly address multi-layered issues or disrupt social hierarchies. Ultimately, it serves as a character study of teenage rebellion rather than a broader social critique.

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Category Breakdown

Does Lost Angels have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any characters with non-straight or non-cisgender identities, nor does it show any same-sex relationships.

How does Lost Angels portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a male protagonist dealing with family issues. There is no indication of strong female roles or challenging traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Lost Angels?

Limited

The cast is entirely white, and the setting suggests a homogeneous community without any racial or ethnic diversity.

How does Lost Angels represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film examines teenage rebellion and boredom through a personal story. It relies on traditional medical and institutional frameworks without critiquing broader societal structures.

Does Lost Angels include disability representation?

Fair

The inclusion of a psychiatric hospital and a psychiatrist highlights themes of mental health. However, it is unclear whether the character's experiences are portrayed with depth or used merely as a plot device.

Present on Screen

  • Explores themes of mental health and psychological struggle through the protagonist's journey.
  • Examines the consequences of domestic instability and substance abuse.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks visible racial and ethnic diversity among characters and settings.
  • Does not include any LGBTQ+ representation or non-cisgender dynamics.
  • Does not provide clear evidence of strong female roles or subverting traditional gender roles.

Official Synopsis

Rich L.A. party brat Tim spins into a cycle of despair after his parents divorce, and trying to fill the void with drugs and trouble only buys him a ticket to an asylum. But with the help of a psychiatrist who has taken an interest in him, will Tim try to pull himself out of the muck of teenage rebellion and ennui?

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