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Sin

Name: Sin
Director: Don Tjernagel
Released: 2021
Duration: 91 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

2021

Director

Don Tjernagel

Runtime

91 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film follows conventional horror clichés, focusing on female characters facing supernatural threats within a localized setting. Women play a central role, but their influence is limited by the supernatural elements driving the story. The narrative does not challenge traditional moral frameworks or social hierarchies. It lacks characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity or queer narratives, suggesting a narrow focus on traditional horror themes.

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Category Breakdown

Does Sin have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any visible representation of non-straight identities. There are no narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight.

How does Sin portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around young women facing fear and danger. Although women are the main characters, they are portrayed as victims within traditional horror stories.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Sin?

Minimal

The film is set in the Midwest, which may indicate a homogeneous population. There is no indication of diverse racial or ethnic casting.

How does Sin represent religion and culture?

Limited

The storyline delves into communal secrets and sins. This suggests a traditional moral framework rather than a critique of Western institutions.

Does Sin include disability representation?

Minimal

Madness is used as a plot device. There is no detailed portrayal of neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

Women are placed at the center of the narrative.
The horror premise explores communal secrets using a localized setting.

Limited or Absent

The film relies heavily on traditional clichés of women as victims.
There is no visible LGBTQ+ representation or queer narratives.
The use of madness as a plot device lacks nuanced disability representation.
The setting and themes suggest a lack of racial and ethnic diversity.

Official Synopsis

An entity is terrorizing a small Midwest town. Ludlow Falls continues to descend into madness and death as more young women are driven insane. Sometimes small towns hide big secrets and a town's sin will be exposed.

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