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Baphomet

Name: Baphomet
Director: Matthan Harris
Released: 2021
Duration: 72 min

Representation Score

2.0/10

Limited

2021

Director

Matthan Harris

Runtime

72 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Baphomet is a traditional horror film that centers on preserving the nuclear family and ancestral land. The narrative relies on conventional clichés of home defense and a clear-cut battle between good and evil. The story adheres to established social hierarchies, particularly regarding gender and the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender. The conflict is driven by ideological and religious differences rather than diverse perspectives. Ultimately, the film functions as a classic genre piece that prioritizes domestic stability and traditional heritage over challenging social norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does Baphomet have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender. The plot revolves around a traditional family structure.

How does Baphomet portray gender?

Fair

Gender roles follow a traditional pattern, with the father serving as the main protector. A female high priestess holds significant power, but the daughter's role focuses on becoming pregnant.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Baphomet?

Limited

The story features a homogeneous cast centered on an American family and a white witch. There is no indication of diverse backgrounds or ethnic diversity.

How does Baphomet represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film emphasizes Western values through a clear-cut battle between a family and a Satanic cult. It highlights the importance of family legacy and traditional moral views.

Does Baphomet include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with disabilities or neurodivergence. Tragic events are portrayed as external curses rather than personal experiences.

Present on Screen

The film includes a powerful female high priestess.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks LGBTQ+ representation and non-cisgender identities.
Gender roles remain traditional, with the father as the primary decision-maker.
There is no evidence of racial or ethnic diversity in the cast.
The story does not include characters with disabilities or neurodivergence.
The narrative relies on singular moral frameworks rather than cultural relativism.

Official Synopsis

An American family celebrates their 28-year-old daughter's pregnancy. The celebration is interrupted when a Satanic cult leader, Henrik Brandr, unexpectedly visits their ranch. Henrik offers to pay the family a large sum for ownership of their land. Jacob Richardson, the father, rejects the offer due to the priceless sentimental value of the ranch. Henrik, displeased, begins to put devastating curses on the Richardsons, trying to force them off their land - even if it means murdering them. After suffering unexplainable tragedies, the Richardsons seek help from Marybeth, a white witch high priestess. They soon discover a terrible secret about their house, revealing why their land is so valuable to the cult. They realize they must protect their house from the cult at all costs, and a violent battle between good and evil ensues.

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