You are here:

Mausoleum

Name: Mausoleum
Director: Michael Dugan
Released: 1983
Duration: 97 min

Representation Score

0.4/10

Minimal

1983

Director

Michael Dugan

Runtime

97 minutes

Average Rating

No ratings yet

New Showbiz Analysis

Mausoleum is a traditional 1980s horror film that emphasizes supernatural tension over social or cultural critique. It adheres to established cinematic norms of the time without challenging existing power dynamics. The film lacks intentionality in representing multiple aspects of diversity and instead reinforces conventional structures.

Watch this, not that →

Category Breakdown

Does Mausoleum have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-straight or non-cisgender identities. It sticks to traditional horror themes without exploring LGBTQ+ issues or questioning the assumption that everyone is straight.

How does Mausoleum portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around a female protagonist, but her role is tied to psychological instability and supernatural vulnerability. The narrative does not challenge traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Mausoleum?

Minimal

There is no indication of a racially diverse cast. The film adheres to the demographic norms typical of 1980s American horror films.

How does Mausoleum represent religion and culture?

Limited

The setting uses traditional Western funerary rites and religious structures to create horror. The film does not critique these established cultural systems.

Does Mausoleum include disability representation?

Minimal

No characters with visible or invisible disabilities are shown with real ability to act. The plot focuses on supernatural possession rather than disability-related themes.

Present on Screen

The narrative centers on a female protagonist, offering a woman-led perspective for the central conflict.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks meaningful representation of LGBTQ+ identities, diverse racial backgrounds, or characters with disabilities.
The story relies on traditional gender clichés that tie women's ability to drive the story to instability rather than strength.
The film reinforces standard Western funerary and social structures without critique.

Official Synopsis

By way of an unnatural urge during her Mother's funeral, Susan enters her family's mausoleum, which unleashes an evil presence to lurk inside of her.

How are these scores produced? →