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Anomaly

Anomaly

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

2016

TV-MA

Director

Webster Batista

Runtime

98 minutes

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Anomaly operates within the narrow confines of the supernatural horror genre. The film relies on established clichés, such as demonic possession and domestic terror, which often reinforce traditional social and spiritual hierarchies rather than challenge them. The narrative lacks depth in reflecting multiple aspects of identity, focusing instead on a singular moral conflict. By centering on a conventional family unit, it misses opportunities to explore diverse identities or subvert standard social roles. Ultimately, the film follows a predictable genre path. It prioritizes atmospheric horror over the inclusion of diverse perspectives or the deconstruction of systemic cultural norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does Anomaly have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film centers on a traditional family dealing with supernatural threats and does not include any characters with non-conforming gender identities or narratives that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Anomaly portray gender?

Fair

The story follows typical horror clichés focused on a conventional family setting. It does not challenge traditional gender roles or provide non-traditional character arcs.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Anomaly?

Limited

The narrative presents the family as a single unit without specifying racial or ethnic backgrounds. It seems to follow standard casting practices common in low-budget horror films.

How does Anomaly represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot relies on traditional religious frameworks involving demonic possession and malicious spirits. It emphasizes a clear-cut struggle between good and evil without delving into secular perspectives.

Does Anomaly include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication of characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the story. The narrative does not address disability representation.

Present on Screen

  • The film adheres to established genre conventions of the supernatural horror subgenre.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks diverse character identities and explores the way different parts of someone's identity overlap.
  • The story relies on traditional religious frameworks rather than exploring complex morality.
  • There is a lack of visible representation for LGBTQ+ and disabled characters.

Official Synopsis

The terrifying story of a family that experienced the biggest demonic possession after moving into a house plagued by malicious spirits.

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