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The Doll 2

The Doll 2

Representation Score

4.5/10

Fair

2017

TV-MA

Director

Rocky Soraya

Runtime

116 minutes

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The Doll 2 stands out as a localized genre piece that leverages cultural positioning. By focusing on Indonesian spiritualism and Southeast Asian aesthetics, it provides a unique alternative to Western-centric horror frameworks. While the film centers a woman through her journey of grief and domestic tragedy, it does so within traditional gender roles rather than challenging them. Overall, the film adheres to established genre conventions. It offers a distinct cultural perspective but does not significantly disrupt broader social or identity-based norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Doll 2 have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any explicit queer narratives or non-straight identities. The main storyline revolves around a maternal bond, sticking to traditional family structures.

How does The Doll 2 portray gender?

Fair

A female character drives the plot through her experiences with grief and motherhood. However, the film leans on traditional horror clichés that often depict women through emotional vulnerability.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Doll 2?

Good

As an Indonesian production, the film presents a non-Western perspective on the supernatural. It emphasizes Southeast Asian cultural aesthetics, offering a meaningful alternative to Western-centric horror traditions.

How does The Doll 2 represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story incorporates local spiritual practices and mediumship instead of relying solely on Christian morality. It serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of communicating with the dead.

Does The Doll 2 include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no specific information regarding the portrayal of physical disabilities or neurodivergent characters in this film.

Present on Screen

  • Offers a non-Western perspective on horror through Southeast Asian spiritualism.
  • Centers women's ability to drive the story through the protagonist's maternal journey and grief.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight narratives.
  • Relies on traditional gender clichés that depict women through emotional vulnerability.
  • Provides no evidence of disability or neurodivergent characters.

Official Synopsis

A mother uses her deceased daughter's doll as a medium to communicate with her, but the consequences are chilling.

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