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The Beast

The Beast

Representation Score

3.0/10

Limited

2020

TV-MA

Director

Ludovico Di Martino

Runtime

90 minutes

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The Beast operates as a conventional crime drama that leans heavily on established cinematic clichés. It prioritizes the cliché of the hyper-masculine hero and the victimized family member over multi-layered complexity. The narrative structure reinforces traditional social hierarchies rather than challenging them. By focusing on individualistic action and physical dominance, the film avoids addressing systemic power dynamics or promoting progressive representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Beast have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. The story follows a traditional, straight-centered framework focused on a nuclear family unit.

How does The Beast portray gender?

Fair

The plot relies on a masculine archetype, where physical prowess and violence are the main drivers of the story. The female lead serves as a passive catalyst rather than an active participant.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Beast?

Minimal

There is no indication of a non-white majority or diverse ethnic representation. The racial composition of the cast remains unverified within the narrative context.

How does The Beast represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film leans into classic Western vigilante clichés and individualistic heroism. It offers no critique of Western institutions, capitalism, or religious structures.

Does The Beast include disability representation?

Limited

The protagonist's instability may hint at mental health struggles or neurodivergence. However, it is unclear if this is handled with nuance or used as a plot device.

Present on Screen

  • The film utilizes a clear, high-stakes central conflict involving a father's pursuit to rescue his daughter.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative relies on passive female roles and traditional masculine clichés.
  • The film lacks diverse representation across LGBTQ+, racial, and cultural spectrums.
  • Mental health is potentially used as a shorthand for instability rather than nuanced characterization.

Official Synopsis

To rescue his daughter, an unstable Special Forces veteran unleashes his inner beast as he pursues her kidnappers — and soon becomes a suspect himself.

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