You are here:

Repli-Kate

Repli-Kate

Representation Score

1.7/10

Minimal

2002

R

Director

Frank Longo

Runtime

96 minutes

Average Rating

No ratings yet

New Showbiz Analysis

Repli-Kate operates as a conventional sex comedy that relies heavily on established social hierarchies. The central conceit involves men trying to 'educate' a female replicant to fit their own social preferences, which significantly limits female autonomy. While the cast offers some ethnic variety, the thematic core reinforces a white-centric ideal of femininity. The narrative is built around the male gaze, prioritizing male interests like football and beer over complex character development.

Watch this, not that →

Category Breakdown

Does Repli-Kate have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a pursuit of a 'perfect woman' based on traditional heterosexual ideals. There are no queer romantic dynamics or non-cisgender identities explored in the plot.

How does Repli-Kate portray gender?

Limited

Male characters try to shape a female entity according to their preferences. This dynamic suggests that women have less control over their own lives compared to being shaped by men.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Repli-Kate?

Limited

The cast features actors from various backgrounds like James Roday Rodriguez and Desmond Askew. However, the story centers around a white woman as the biological template.

How does Repli-Kate represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film uses traditional Western social archetypes, particularly frat party culture, for comedic effect without challenging these established norms.

Does Repli-Kate include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible or invisible disabilities portrayed as central to the character arcs or the narrative progression.

Present on Screen

  • The cast includes diverse actors such as James Roday Rodriguez and Desmond Askew.

Limited or Absent

  • The film relies on the 'perfect woman' cliché, which undermines female autonomy.
  • The narrative reinforces traditional Western social archetypes and norms.
  • The thematic focus remains centered on a white-centric ideal of femininity.

Official Synopsis

A scientist and his sidekick accidentally clone a journalist and decide to turn the mistake into Repli-Kate, their idea of the perfect woman, who loves, beer, football, and frat parties.

How are these scores produced? →

Where to Watch

Rate this Movie

No rating selected
Use arrow keys to select a rating from 1 to 5 stars
Optional text review, maximum 2000 characters
Tip: Wrap spoilers with ||double pipes|| to hide them
0/2000 characters
You must be signed in to submit a rating

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts on this movie!

Use the rating form above to leave a star rating and optional review.