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Ghost Patrol

Name: Ghost Patrol
Director: Karen J. Lloyd
Released: 2016
Duration: 50 min

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2016

Director

Karen J. Lloyd

Runtime

50 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

Ghost Patrol operates as a conventional family-oriented mystery. While the lead duo offers a balanced gender dynamic, the film lacks significant evidence of diverse identities or progressive social disruption. The narrative sticks to traditional storytelling clichés common in the mystery genre. Without specific details on character backgrounds or systemic critiques, the work remains within the realm of standard, moderate inclusion. Ultimately, the film doesn't challenge existing social hierarchies or provide representation for underrepresented groups, focusing instead on a straightforward supernatural investigation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Ghost Patrol have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film doesn't include explicit LGBTQ+ characters or stories about non-straight identities. The focus is on a mystery-driven ensemble that follows a conventional approach to character interactions.

How does Ghost Patrol portray gender?

Fair

Gabi and Spence offer a balanced gender dynamic. The female lead's role in supernatural pest control suggests a baseline for gender equality, but it's unclear if the film challenges traditional roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Ghost Patrol?

Fair

The racial and ethnic backgrounds of the main characters are unspecified. There's no indication of a non-white majority cast or efforts to break Anglo-centric narrative norms.

How does Ghost Patrol represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story follows a traditional mystery format without evidence of secularist prioritization or deconstruction of Western institutions. It centers on a standard investigative arc without systemic critique.

Does Ghost Patrol include disability representation?

Minimal

There's no information about characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Disability isn't used as a central narrative element.

Present on Screen

The film includes a gender-balanced lead dynamic through Gabi and Spence.
The female lead actively participates in the investigation, providing a baseline for gender parity.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight characters.
There's no evidence of racial or ethnic diversity among the main characters.
The narrative doesn't address disability or utilize it as a meaningful plot element.
The story follows traditional clichés without critiquing systemic power or social hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

Gabi and Spence, and Spooky the dog, are the “Ghost Patrol,” their town’s supernatural pest control, but they’ve never seen a real ghost. When they get a call to investigate the old Geist Manor, they are about to find the proof they have been looking for – and a whole lot more.

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