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Amityville Poltergeist

Amityville Poltergeist

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

2020

Director

Calvin Morie McCarthy

Runtime

89 minutes

Average Rating

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Amityville Poltergeist is a typical genre film centered around a single male protagonist facing supernatural threats. The narrative relies on well-established horror formulas without engaging in social commentary or challenging societal hierarchies. While the cast includes a mix of male and female performers, the story focuses on a traditional male-led narrative. The film prioritizes creating an eerie atmosphere over exploring deeper social issues or diverse perspectives. Overall, the film operates within a conventional framework typical of independent genre cinema, lacking the complexity needed for high representation scores.

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Category Breakdown

Does Amityville Poltergeist have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-traditional gender identities or sexual orientations. There is no dialogue or storyline addressing or questioning the idea that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Amityville Poltergeist portray gender?

Fair

The cast includes a mix of male and female actors. However, the story focuses on a young male protagonist, adhering to a conventional male-centric narrative structure.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Amityville Poltergeist?

Fair

The cast list includes names that suggest possible ethnic diversity. However, the film does not provide explicit information about the racial identities or roles of these characters.

How does Amityville Poltergeist represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot follows Western gothic horror clichés involving a haunted house and a mysterious old woman. The narrative does not critique Western institutions or explore secular themes.

Does Amityville Poltergeist include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any characters dealing with physical disabilities, neurodivergence, or mental health issues. There is no mention of disability representation in the documentation.

Present on Screen

  • The cast features a mix of male and female performers.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and disability.
  • The narrative lacks depth in addressing social issues and diverse perspectives.
  • The story follows traditional gender and cultural clichés without subversion.

Official Synopsis

The terrifying tale of Amityville is back. When a young man encounters a weekend of horrors after taking a house sitting job from a spooky old woman.

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