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Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme

Name: Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme
Director: Joey De Guzman, Jerrold Tarog, Richard Somes
Released: 2023
Duration: 147 min

Representation Score

5.8/10

Fair

2023

TV-MA

Director

Joey De Guzman, Jerrold Tarog, Richard Somes

Runtime

147 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme stands out as a culturally specific anthology that prioritizes Filipino perspectives over Western horror conventions. By integrating local folklore and regional settings, the film asserts a strong sense of cultural identity and authenticity. The narrative structure uses horror to critique contemporary social anxieties, such as the performative nature of influencer culture and the breakdown of parental roles due to digital addiction. This approach transforms the genre into a vehicle for social commentary rather than just entertainment. While the film excels in its cultural positioning, it lacks explicit representation for LGBTQ+ characters and those with disabilities. The focus remains on traditional social structures and modern institutions.

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Category Breakdown

Does Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film focuses on familial issues, influencer culture, and group dynamics without explicitly representing LGBTQ+ identities or stories centered around non-straight individuals.

How does Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme portray gender?

Fair

The first vignette challenges traditional hierarchies by emphasizing a child's role over adults. However, it is unclear whether the influencer and thrill-seeker groups address gendered power imbalances.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme?

Excellent

This Filipino production highlights a non-Western cast and incorporates local folklore and regional settings to emphasize a strong Southeast Asian cultural identity.

How does Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme represent religion and culture?

Good

The film critiques modern Western influences such as gadget addiction and influencer culture. It examines the erosion of traditional family structures and the superficiality of modern capitalism.

Does Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme include disability representation?

Minimal

The film explores psychological neglect and the impact of technology on children. However, it does not portray characters with visible or invisible disabilities taking significant action.

Present on Screen

Strong assertion of Filipino cultural identity and Southeast Asian perspectives.
Effective use of local folklore to move beyond Western horror norms.
Sophisticated social critique regarding digital addiction and influencer culture.

Limited or Absent

Lack of explicit representation for LGBTQ+ characters and identities.
Absence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Limited evidence of challenging gendered power dynamics in all vignettes.

Official Synopsis

A series of vignettes include: a neglected and gadget addicted 6 year old who befriends a malevolent entity from a defunct children’s show, causing deadly events at home; a group of influencers gathering for a collab in a luxurious mansion; and a bunch of thrill-seekers who go on a trip to watch a meteor shower.

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