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The Failing of Raymond
Representation Score
3.6/10
Limited
1971
Director
Boris Sagal
Runtime
73 minutes
Average Rating
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This film is a psychological thriller set in the early 1970s, focusing on suspense rather than exploring diverse identities. It adheres to the social norms of the time, emphasizing the tension between an educator and a troubled individual. While the film offers a sophisticated look at the consequences of institutional decisions, it lacks significant demographic diversity. The story centers on the dynamics between a retiring teacher and a vulnerable individual. Overall, the film serves primarily as a character study of systemic failure, rather than a progressive exploration of identity.
Category Breakdown
Does The Failing of Raymond have LGBTQ+ representation?
There are no LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities in the film. The story focuses on the psychological conflict between a teacher and her former student.
How does The Failing of Raymond portray gender?
Mary Bloomquist is a teacher with professional authority, but she is also portrayed in a traditional role where she is vulnerable and hunted by an antagonist.
How racially and ethnically diverse is The Failing of Raymond?
The film follows the homogeneous casting standards typical of 1971, with no effort to include diverse racial representation.
How does The Failing of Raymond represent religion and culture?
The story examines how a single academic failure can lead to a series of negative outcomes for an individual, critiquing the effectiveness of institutions.
Does The Failing of Raymond include disability representation?
Raymond is shown with a psychiatric diagnosis and a calm, distracted demeanor. His condition drives the plot, but he is not portrayed as a caricature.
Present on Screen
- Provides a nuanced look at how institutional decisions affect individuals' lives.
- Presents a realistic and non-stereotypical portrayal of a character with a psychiatric diagnosis.
- Challenges the traditional mentor/student relationship by depicting the educator as a catalyst for conflict.
Limited or Absent
- Does not include LGBTQ+ characters or challenge assumptions about straight relationships.
- Uses conventional thriller elements that put the female protagonist in a vulnerable position.
- Reflects the limited racial diversity typical of its era.
Official Synopsis
On the day before she retires, a teacher discovers that a student she had flunked ten years previously is out to kill her.
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