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Behind You

Name: Behind You
Director: Andrew Mecham, Matthew Whedon
Released: 2020
Duration: 86 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

2020

Director

Andrew Mecham, Matthew Whedon

Runtime

86 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Behind You follows typical horror conventions, sticking to well-known genre clichés. While the film highlights female protagonists, it does not challenge traditional gender roles or deconstruct conventional femininity. The casting includes some racial diversity, such as Charan Prabhakar, but the narrative lacks deeper exploration of multiple identities. The story's focus on a demon-driven plot indicates a preference for traditional supernatural themes over social critique. Overall, the film lacks the complexity needed to challenge cultural norms, functioning primarily as a straightforward genre piece.

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Category Breakdown

Does Behind You have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories involving non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities. It focuses on a family unit made up of sisters and an aunt.

How does Behind You portray gender?

Fair

Female characters play key roles in driving the narrative, showing a strong presence. However, the story leans on traditional domestic themes centered around an aunt's household.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Behind You?

Limited

The cast includes actors like Charan Prabhakar, adding some racial diversity. However, the main focus remains on a smaller group without a broader non-Anglo-Saxon majority.

How does Behind You represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot features a malicious demon, a common supernatural cliché. There is no significant secular or anti-Western critique in the narrative.

Does Behind You include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with visible or hidden disabilities. It does not address neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

The narrative centers on female protagonists, showcasing a strong presence of women.
The ensemble cast includes some racial diversity, featuring actors like Charan Prabhakar.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks intentional LGBTQ+ representation or queer narratives.
The story relies on traditional horror clichés rather than addressing systemic social issues.
There is no evidence of characters representing various disabilities or neurodivergence.

Official Synopsis

Two young sisters find that all the mirrors in their estranged aunt's house are covered or hidden. When one of them happens upon a mirror in the basement, she unknowingly releases a malicious demon.

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