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Qorin

Qorin

Representation Score

7.9/10

Good

2022

Director

Ginanti Rona

Runtime

106 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Qorin succeeds in offering a culturally specific horror experience by focusing on Indonesian social and spiritual dynamics. By incorporating local folklore such as the 'Qorin' doppelgänger, the film provides a meaningful departure from Western-centric cinematic norms. However, the film lacks depth in addressing multi-layered identities. It does not engage with LGBTQ+ themes or specific explorations of disability, leaving those aspects neutral. While the film includes many female characters, its approach to gender hierarchies is not clearly defined.

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Category Breakdown

Does Qorin have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include any explicit references to LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It does not explore queer themes or non-straight relationships.

How does Qorin portray gender?

Fair

The film features a significant number of female characters, including Zulfa Maharani and Aghniny Haque. However, it is unclear whether the film challenges traditional gender roles or simply reinforces them.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Qorin?

Good

The film focuses on an Indonesian cast and setting, providing a non-Western perspective. It uses local folklore to move beyond typical Western horror themes.

How does Qorin represent religion and culture?

Good

The film delves into local spiritual practices through rituals and forbidden knowledge, examining the tension between established social norms and personal spiritual exploration.

Does Qorin include disability representation?

Fair

The film does not provide any information about characters with physical or cognitive disabilities. Disability representation is not addressed in the film.

Present on Screen

  • Offers meaningful Southeast Asian representation through an Indonesian cast and setting.
  • Uses local folklore and spiritual traditions to create a culturally authentic horror narrative.
  • Moves away from Western-centric horror clichés by centering non-Western social structures.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not explicitly represent LGBTQ+ identities or queer narratives.
  • Does not engage with characters having physical or cognitive disabilities.
  • Does not clearly demonstrate the subversion of traditional gender hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

Life at a boarding school descends into chaos when a teacher instructs his students to perform a forbidden ritual that summons their doppelgängers.

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