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Ismail Yassine in the House of Ghosts

Ismail Yassine in the House of Ghosts

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

1952

Director

Fatin Abdel Wahab

Runtime

95 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Ismail Yassin in the House of Ghosts is a quintessential example of mid-century regional genre cinema. It relies on established comedic and horror clichés to drive a narrative about inheritance and supernatural challenges. The film operates within the conventional social frameworks of 1950s Egypt. It does not attempt to disrupt social hierarchies or provide diverse storytelling, focusing instead on localized cultural themes. While it serves as a foundational piece of Egyptian national cinema, the representation remains largely traditional and homogeneous.

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Category Breakdown

Does Ismail Yassine in the House of Ghosts have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It follows the social norms of 1952 Egypt without exploring non-straight identities.

How does Ismail Yassine in the House of Ghosts portray gender?

Limited

The story centers on a male protagonist navigating a supernatural challenge. Gender dynamics reflect traditional hierarchies and archetypes common in mid-century situational comedies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Ismail Yassine in the House of Ghosts?

Fair

The cast is predominantly Egyptian, reflecting a homogeneous cultural framework. The narrative focuses on local identity rather than diverse representation.

How does Ismail Yassine in the House of Ghosts represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot revolves around traditional familial and property structures regarding an inheritance. It engages with established social institutions without critiquing them.

Does Ismail Yassine in the House of Ghosts include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The comedic suspense does not center on physical or mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

  • Provides a strong sense of local Egyptian cultural identity.
  • Functions as a significant historical example of mid-century regional genre cinema.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks diverse representation or character identities.
  • Relies on traditional gender hierarchies and archetypes.
  • Does not challenge or subvert established social or institutional norms.

Official Synopsis

Ismail Yassin and his relatives have to spend a month living in a haunted house in order to collect their inheritance.

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