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Restoration

Name: Restoration
Director: Zack Ward
Released: 2016
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

2016

Director

Zack Ward

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Restoration operates within the established boundaries of the horror genre, prioritizing traditional narrative structures over social disruption. The focus on a young couple in a domestic renovation setting suggests a story centered on a homogeneous, straight-centered unit. The film lacks characters reflecting multiple aspects of diversity and does not engage with cultural subversion. By adhering to conventional clichés, the production offers minimal engagement with diverse identities or cultural critique.

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Category Breakdown

Does Restoration have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on a young couple within a traditional horror framework. There is no evidence of non-straight or non-cisgender identities or same-sex intimacy.

How does Restoration portray gender?

Fair

The story utilizes a standard domestic setting and a central couple. It appears to rely on conventional gender dynamics and traditional genre clichés.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Restoration?

Limited

The narrative centers on a likely homogeneous unit. There is no indication of a non-white or non-Anglo-Saxon majority cast.

How does Restoration represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot follows Western storytelling clichés of individualistic struggle against supernatural forces. It does not appear to challenge systemic or institutional norms.

Does Restoration include disability representation?

Minimal

The film provides no information regarding the inclusion of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film maintains a clear, focused narrative centered on a central couple and a specific domestic conflict.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities, racial diversity, or characters with disabilities.
The narrative relies on conventional gender roles and Western storytelling clichés rather than subverting them.

Official Synopsis

During home renovations, a young couple release a fiery spirit seeking retribution. To save themselves and set the spirit free, they must uncover the dire truth. But nothing is as simple as it seems...

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