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Surrounded

Name: Surrounded
Director: Federico Patrizi, Laura Girolami
Released: 2014
Duration: 74 min

Representation Score

2.4/10

Limited

2014

Director

Federico Patrizi, Laura Girolami

Runtime

74 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Surrounded operates within the conventions of the psychological thriller genre, focusing on a pregnant woman's psychological journey in an isolated rural setting. The narrative adheres to traditional domestic setups and lacks multi-layered depth, sticking to genre clichés without offering broader critiques. While the story centers on a female experience, it remains within a conventional straight-centered framework. The production lacks verifiable diversity in terms of race, culture, or identity, resulting in a narrow narrative scope.

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Category Breakdown

Does Surrounded have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The story revolves around a heterosexual couple, with the wife expecting a child. There are no characters with non-binary genders or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Surrounded portray gender?

Fair

The narrative centers on a female protagonist's internal struggles and her fight for survival within a thriller setting.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Surrounded?

Minimal

The film does not provide information about the racial or ethnic makeup of its cast. It is unclear if the production includes diverse representation.

How does Surrounded represent religion and culture?

Limited

The setting uses typical Western domestic clichés, such as an isolated countryside home. The plot focuses on individual survival without addressing social or religious structures.

Does Surrounded include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature characters dealing with physical, neurological, or mental health conditions. The protagonist's pregnancy is not presented as a disability.

Present on Screen

The film offers a female-centric perspective by focusing on the protagonist's internal struggles and survival.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender dynamics.
The film does not show racial or ethnic diversity among the characters.
The story does not address cultural critiques or diverse social structures.
The film does not include characters dealing with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A day in the life of a teacher after her husband leaves for a one day trip for business. She is pregnant and is left alone in their isolated house at the countryside. She begins to feel invisible presences, which frighten her all night. Who are they and can she survive until the next day?

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