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Scarygirl

Name: Scarygirl
Director: Ricard Cussó
Released: 2023
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

5.0/10

Fair

2023

Director

Ricard Cussó

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Scarygirl disrupts typical adventure narratives by focusing on a young girl as the main driver of the story. This shifts the narrative away from traditional 'damsel in distress' scenarios. However, the film does not explore multi-layered diversity, such as racial, LGBTQ+, or disability representation. The fantasy setting allows for unique world-building but lacks visible diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Scarygirl have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The story centers around the protagonist's relationship with her father, without any explicit depiction of LGBTQ+ identities or dynamics between characters of the same sex.

How does Scarygirl portray gender?

Good

The film challenges traditional gender roles by placing a young girl at the center of the action. She actively drives the plot and is not a passive character.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Scarygirl?

Limited

The fantasy setting uses stylized aesthetics that might symbolize diversity, but there is no visible evidence of a diverse cast in terms of race or ethnicity.

How does Scarygirl represent religion and culture?

Good

The story examines themes of fighting against oppressive authority figures, suggesting a struggle against systemic corruption. The protagonist's journey from darkness to light highlights this conflict.

Does Scarygirl include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about characters dealing with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent conditions.

Present on Screen

Places a young girl at the center of the action.
Challenges traditional gender roles through active female leadership.
Explores themes of individual ability to act against oppressive systems.

Limited or Absent

Does not show visible racial or ethnic diversity in the cast.
Lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities or dynamics.
Does not include characters navigating physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

As her world is shrouded in darkness, a young girl must overcome her fears and travel to a mysterious city of light, save her father from a dangerous scientist and prevent the destruction of her planet.

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