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The Morrigan

The Morrigan

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

2026

Director

Colum Eastwood

Runtime

96 minutes

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The film uses its horror setting to critique patriarchal religious history. Fiona’s struggle against male gatekeepers in academia provides a clear gender equity signal. The narrative elevates a female pagan figure over Christian invaders.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Morrigan have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

No LGBTQ+ characters or relationships appear in the available plot details or dialogue. The story centers on a mother-daughter bond and a heterosexual family unit.

How does The Morrigan portray gender?

Good

Archaeologist Fiona drives the plot but is initially sidelined by male colleagues who question her field experience. She explicitly notes her limited opportunities stem from bias, not lack of ambition.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Morrigan?

Minimal

The cast is predominantly white, reflecting the Irish setting and folklore. No characters of color are mentioned in the synopsis or key roles.

How does The Morrigan represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The film critiques early Christianity as a male-centric force that erased pagan history. It frames the Morrigan as a real queen rather than a demon, challenging traditional religious narratives.

Does The Morrigan include disability representation?

Minimal

No characters with physical or mental disabilities are shown or identified in the provided materials.

Present on Screen

  • Centers a female archaeologist challenging institutional sexism.
  • Reclaims a pagan goddess narrative from Christian revisionism.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks racial diversity beyond the white Irish cast.
  • No visible LGBTQ+ or disability representation.

Official Synopsis

Archaeologist Fiona travels to Ireland to uncover a long-dead tomb. A threat is released and she will have to fight to keep her teenage daughter from falling under the control of The Morrigan, a vengeful Pagan War Goddess.

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