The Amityville Horror
1979
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The Amityville Murders
Representation Score
1.6/10
Minimal
2018
Not RatedDirector
Daniel Farrands
Runtime
97 minutes
Average Rating
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The Amityville Murders functions as a conventional true-crime horror film that emphasizes historical accuracy and psychological terror over social subversion. The narrative is centered on the 1974 DeFeo family tragedy, which inherently limits the scope for multi-layered complexity. Given its focus on a specific historical event, the film remains tied to the demographics and patriarchal structures of that time. It uses psychological distress primarily as a tool for genre tension rather than exploring meaningful disability representation. Ultimately, the production does not aim to challenge social hierarchies, choosing instead to adhere to established genre conventions.
Category Breakdown
Does The Amityville Murders have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. It focuses on the DeFeo family tragedy within a heterosexual context.
How does The Amityville Murders portray gender?
The story revolves around a traditional 1970s family structure where women play established social roles without challenging the existing hierarchy.
How racially and ethnically diverse is The Amityville Murders?
The cast is predominantly white, reflecting the homogeneous demographics of 1974. There is no indication of diverse casting or race-bent roles.
How does The Amityville Murders represent religion and culture?
The story centers on individual madness without critiquing systemic institutions. It follows traditional cautionary tales rather than deconstructing Western social structures.
Does The Amityville Murders include disability representation?
Mental instability and auditory hallucinations are used as horror plot devices. The film does not provide a nuanced portrayal of neurodivergence or mental health issues.
Present on Screen
- The film accurately portrays the 1974 DeFeo family murders.
Limited or Absent
- The film lacks diverse character identities and multi-layered complexity.
- Mental health issues are used as horror devices rather than being portrayed with nuance.
- The narrative adheres to traditional patriarchal and heterosexual structures.
Official Synopsis
On the night of November 13th, 1974, Ronald DeFeo Jr. took a high powered rifle and murdered his entire family as they slept. At his trial, DeFeo claimed that 'voices' in the house commanded him to kill. This is their story.
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