6.3
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Hex (1980)
Hex (1980)
Overview
Constantly mistreated by her cruel husband, the frail Chan Sau-ying awaits certain death from tuberculosis. The new servant girl, Yi-wah takes pity on her mistress' plight and the pair proceed to drown him one evening. They dump his body in a near-by pond but Sau-ying believes that the man's bloated corpse has risen from the bog to seek vengeance.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Viewer Rating
6.3
Overview
Constantly mistreated by her cruel husband, the frail Chan Sau-ying awaits certain death from tuberculosis. The new servant girl, Yi-wah takes pity on her mistress' plight and the pair proceed to drown him one evening. They dump his body in a near-by pond but Sau-ying believes that the man's bloated corpse has risen from the bog to seek vengeance.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central narrative focuses on supernatural revenge for individual acts of domestic abuse and injustice, emphasizing personal moral failings and extreme retribution rather than systemic issues or specific political ideologies.
The film's casting reflects its local Hong Kong context, featuring a diverse cast within that cultural framework without explicit recasting of traditionally white roles. Its narrative does not engage in critiques of traditional identities, maintaining a neutral or positive portrayal of its characters.
Secondary
The film "Hex" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on supernatural horror elements without incorporating queer identities or experiences into its plot or character arcs.
The film 'Hex' (1980) does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The narrative focuses on supernatural revenge and domestic conflict, with no elements pertaining to transgender identity or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Hex (1980) is an original horror film and not an adaptation of existing source material or a reboot featuring legacy characters. All characters were created for this film, thus precluding any gender swaps from prior established canon.
Hex (1980) is an original Hong Kong horror film. Its characters and cast are consistent with its cultural origin, and there is no prior source material or historical context indicating any character's race was changed for this production.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.4
6.1
Critic Ratings
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