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The Monster Project

Name: The Monster Project
Director: Victor Mathieu
Released: 2017
Duration: 98 min

Representation Score

6.8/10

Good

2017

TV-14

Director

Victor Mathieu

Runtime

98 minutes

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The film employs a found-footage style to present a fragmented view of reality, subtly challenging authoritative truths. It avoids total homogeneity by integrating a diverse cast into its supernatural premise. While the movie moves beyond simple including someone from a minority group without giving them real depth, it lacks deep complexity in representing multiple aspects of identity. The diverse identities present are often tied to the survival mechanics of the horror genre rather than standalone character development. Ultimately, the film falls in a middle range for representation, using supernatural elements to touch upon identity without fully dismantling traditional social or patriarchal structures.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Monster Project have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film centers on the relationship between Devon and his ex-girlfriend, Murielle, highlighting interpersonal tensions. It does not include explicit LGBTQ+ romantic relationships or characters with non-traditional gender identities, focusing instead on heterosexual dynamics.

How does The Monster Project portray gender?

Fair

The film features a balanced distribution of roles among the cast. Characters like Shayla challenge traditional feminine roles, while the narrative tension often revolves around male characters pursuing fame or survival.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Monster Project?

Good

The cast includes diverse characters such as Shiori, an Asian student, and Jamal, who use supernatural themes to explore identity beyond typical racial boundaries.

How does The Monster Project represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story critiques traditional morality by focusing on YouTubers seeking online fame. It also addresses social issues through Bryan’s struggle with drug addiction.

Does The Monster Project include disability representation?

Fair

The film explores mental health and neurodivergence through addiction and psychological instability. However, these conditions primarily serve as plot devices for the horror storyline rather than giving the characters independent ability to act.

Present on Screen

Inclusion of diverse characters like Shiori and Jamal.
Challenging traditional feminine roles through Shayla.
Using supernatural themes to explore identity beyond racial norms.
Avoiding sanitized portrayals of struggle through addiction.

Limited or Absent

Lack of explicit LGBTQ+ representation or queer romantic relationships.
Dependence on male characters to drive narrative tension.
Mental health and neurodivergence primarily used as horror plot devices.
Limited dismantling of traditional patriarchal structures.

Official Synopsis

A group of aspiring filmmakers interview three individuals who claim to be monsters. However, unique incidents start to occur when they start filming.

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