
Häxan
1922

2017
Director
Ashley Thorpe
Runtime
75 minutes
Average Rating
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An animated documentary chronicling famed paranormal investigator Harry Price’s research at Borley Rectory, renowned as the ‘most haunted house in England’.
Overall Score
Limited
Category Breakdown
LGBTQ+ Representation
The film lacks LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisnormative identities. It adheres to a traditional historical framework without queer-coded subtext or narratives addressing heteronormativity.
Gender Representation
A female protagonist navigates isolation within a threatening environment. However, the film does not subvert gender hierarchies or depict masculinity as inept.
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
The cast reflects the Anglo-Saxon demographic of the historical period. The production maintains a homogeneous demographic consistent with the English estate setting.
Religious & Cultural Diversity
The story leans into traditional Western Gothic tropes rather than deconstructing them. It does not explicitly critique institutions like religion or the family.
Disability Representation
There are no visible or invisible disabilities portrayed with agency. No characters with disabilities are used as plot devices within the historical research.
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Areas for Improvement
AI Analysis
Borley Rectory is a specialized historical documentary that prioritizes period accuracy and paranormal lore over contemporary social intersectionality. The narrative architecture remains traditional, focusing on established historical figures and a localized English setting. The film lacks intentionality regarding the subversion of social hierarchies. By focusing on the specific Anglo-Saxon demographic of the era, it maintains a conservative approach to historical storytelling.
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