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Exhibit #8

Name: Exhibit #8
Director: Ruben Broekhuis
Released: 2022
Duration: 76 min

Representation Score

3.5/10

Limited

2022

Director

Ruben Broekhuis

Runtime

76 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Exhibit #8 stands out in the horror genre by centering a Bosnian-born woman as the primary investigator. This choice adds ethnic depth and challenges the usual Western-centric focus in thrillers. The film's strength lies in its exploration of narrative construction and subjective truth. By pitting two film crews against each other, the story examines how perspectives can be weaponized to create sinister outcomes. However, the film lacks representation in several key areas. There is no evidence of LGBTQ+ identities or disability representation, limiting the narrative's potential to explore multiple aspects of diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Exhibit #8 have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. There are no narratives addressing the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Exhibit #8 portray gender?

Fair

Aisha leads a female-driven investigative ability to act that breaks away from traditional male-centric clichés. However, the power dynamics between her and Elias remain undefined.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Exhibit #8?

Good

The story centers around Aisha, a Bosnian-born protagonist, which disrupts typical Anglo-centric horror clichés. Her immigrant identity and personal history drive the main plot.

How does Exhibit #8 represent religion and culture?

Good

The film introduces a non-Western perspective through its Bosnian protagonist. It explores how truth is manufactured through the conflicting perspectives of two film crews.

Does Exhibit #8 include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication of neurodivergent representation or the inclusion of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

Centers a Bosnian-born protagonist, providing meaningful ethnic depth.
Features a female-led investigative structure that breaks away from traditional male-centric clichés.
Explores complex themes about the construction and weaponization of truth.

Limited or Absent

Lacks any visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities.
Does not include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Limits the narrative's potential to explore multiple aspects of diversity due to the absence of diverse identity markers.

Official Synopsis

When Bosnian-born Aisha and cameraman Elias team up to shoot a documentary on the mysterious disappearance of Aisha's brother, they cross paths with another film crew, who are creating an even more sinister narrative.

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