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Judas Ghost

Name: Judas Ghost
Director: Simon Pearce
Released: 2013
Duration: 76 min

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

2013

Director

Simon Pearce

Runtime

76 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Judas Ghost adheres to a conventional genre format, relying heavily on established paranormal horror clichés. The narrative centers on a professional ghost-hunting team trapped in a village hall, emphasizing suspense over demographic representation. The ensemble follows a traditional Western structure, with limited evidence of character development that reflects multiple aspects of identity. While the film includes female leads, it does not clearly aim to subvert social hierarchies or offer diverse cultural perspectives. Overall, the film lacks documented efforts to critique systemic issues or promote diversity, functioning primarily as a conventional speculative adventure based on an existing literary series.

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Category Breakdown

Does Judas Ghost have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. It follows a traditional paranormal horror framework without clear representation of queer-coded roles.

How does Judas Ghost portray gender?

Fair

Lucy Cudden's prominent role suggests female involvement in the ensemble. However, it is unclear if the film challenges traditional gender roles or stereotypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Judas Ghost?

Limited

The cast and production context do not indicate a predominantly non-white or non-Anglo-Saxon makeup. The setting suggests a narrative centered on a traditional Western ensemble.

How does Judas Ghost represent religion and culture?

Fair

The title hints at a connection to Judeo-Christian themes. There is no clear indication of the film's stance on institutional religion or secular perspectives.

Does Judas Ghost include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about the inclusion of characters with visible or invisible disabilities, neurodivergent conditions, or chronic illnesses.

Present on Screen

The inclusion of Lucy Cudden in the top-billed cast ensures a strong female presence in the central ensemble.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks visible LGBTQ+ representation or narratives that challenge heteronormativity.
There is a notable absence of racial and ethnic diversity within the verified cast.
The narrative provides no evidence of characters with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions.
The production lacks documented emphasis on secularism or the deconstruction of traditional structures.

Official Synopsis

A team of professional ghost finders are trapped in an old village hall. The haunting they set out to investigate turns out to be far worse than they anticipated. Who will survive and what will be left of their souls?

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