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The Banished

The Banished

Representation Score

4.5/10

Fair

2025

Director

Joseph Sims-Dennett

Runtime

97 minutes

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The Banished works within the folk horror genre's conventions. It centers on a female protagonist with survivalist skills but lacks complex characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. The cast suggests a multi-ethnic ensemble, but the specific roles and identities of these characters are unclear. This makes it hard to assess the depth of diversity. Overall, the film offers moderate inclusion without actively challenging systemic hierarchies or representing LGBTQ+ or disabled communities.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Banished have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not confirm any non-straight identities or same-sex relationships. It uses outsider metaphors but does not include specific romantic storylines.

How does The Banished portray gender?

Fair

Grace is a key female character who navigates a dangerous environment. She shows strong survival skills but the film doesn't explicitly challenge traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Banished?

Fair

Names like Gautier de Fontaine and Lawrence Ola suggest a multi-ethnic cast, but it's unclear if these characters have significant roles or follow typical casting practices.

How does The Banished represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film explores isolated, superstitious settings that may critique established social orders through its twisted themes.

Does The Banished include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities mentioned in the cast or narrative.

Present on Screen

  • The film features a female protagonist, Grace, who shows strong survival skills rather than being a passive character.
  • The cast list includes names that suggest a multi-ethnic ensemble.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks clear representation of LGBTQ+ identities or specific queer storylines.
  • There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
  • The extent of racial and ethnic integration within the cast remains unclear.

Official Synopsis

Grace has nowhere to turn when she finds herself lost in the wilderness with a dark presence threatening to consume her in this twisted folk horror.

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