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The Shadow People

Name: The Shadow People
Director: Brian T. Jaynes
Released: 2017
Duration: 78 min

Representation Score

2.4/10

Limited

2017

Not Rated

Director

Brian T. Jaynes

Runtime

78 minutes

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The film follows the typical structure of an independent psychological thriller, focusing on a newlywed couple facing psychological distress. It prioritizes a traditional domestic horror framework centered around the stability of the nuclear family. While Megan shows resilience, the narrative heavily relies on established genre clichés. The story emphasizes the stability of the nuclear family rather than challenging social norms or integrating diverse perspectives. Ultimately, the film adheres to standard Western domestic values and does not make intentional efforts to include diverse viewpoints or challenge social hierarchies.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Shadow People have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film centers on a heterosexual married couple and does not include any characters with non-binary gender identities or LGBTQ+ orientations. It also does not critique the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does The Shadow People portray gender?

Fair

Megan is a key character who takes control of her situation by refusing to leave her home. However, the story relies on traditional clichés about domestic stability and marriage.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Shadow People?

Minimal

The cast appears to be predominantly white and Anglo-Saxon, with no indication of racial diversity or inclusion of actors from different ethnic backgrounds.

How does The Shadow People represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story includes traditional religious imagery, such as a priest, which serves as a plot device. The narrative aligns with Western values emphasizing the sanctity of the nuclear family.

Does The Shadow People include disability representation?

Limited

The film delves into themes of mental health and perceived insanity. It is unclear whether these portrayals give real power to the characters or simply follow standard horror clichés.

Present on Screen

The female protagonist, Megan, plays a significant role in driving the story despite psychological distress.

Limited or Absent

The narrative relies on traditional assumptions about straight relationships and lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities.
The film uses standard genre clichés related to mental health and domestic instability.
There is a lack of visible racial and ethnic diversity within the established framework.

Official Synopsis

Newlyweds Megan and Andrew have just moved into their dream home with aspirations to start a family. But soon strange events start happening. Voices and shadowy figures haunt Megan, and even Andrew, starts questioning his own sanity as their marriage is being torn apart. The visions grow increasingly real..and threatening, yet Megan is unwilling to relinquish her home. When the appearance of a mysterious priest unveils the truth behind their nightmare, Megan's reality takes a desperate turn that her haunting visions never could have predicted.

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