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The Haunted

The Haunted

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2018

NR

Director

David Holroyd

Runtime

75 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Haunted operates as a traditional horror film focused on individual survival. It includes a female protagonist and a character with a cognitive disability. However, the narrative heavily relies on established genre conventions. The film does not challenge systemic power structures or explore diverse identities. Instead, it centers on the psychological and physical tension experienced by a caregiver confronting supernatural threats. Overall, while the film offers some representation through its lead and patient, it falls short in providing depth to challenge societal norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Haunted have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-straight or non-cisgender identities. The story focuses solely on the protagonist and her patient.

How does The Haunted portray gender?

Fair

Emily is portrayed as a woman in a caregiving role. While this increases visibility for women, the role conforms to traditional gender stereotypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Haunted?

Minimal

The racial and ethnic backgrounds of the characters are unspecified. Without concrete information about the cast, we cannot determine their diversity.

How does The Haunted represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story employs typical Western Gothic horror elements such as an isolated house. It adheres to conventional genre expectations without offering deeper cultural critiques.

Does The Haunted include disability representation?

Fair

A character with dementia is featured, representing neurocognitive disabilities. However, it is unclear whether this character has a meaningful role or simply serves the plot.

Present on Screen

  • The film highlights a woman in a central role.
  • It includes a character with dementia, representing neurocognitive disabilities.

Limited or Absent

  • The female lead's role adheres to traditional gender stereotypes.
  • The story does not delve into multi-layered identities or systemic critiques.
  • The character with dementia might serve primarily as a plot device.

Official Synopsis

In a rambling, isolated house, Emily’s first night-shift as carer to an elderly dementia patient turns into a nightmare as she is tormented by a vengeful spirit and uncovers the house's dark secrets.

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