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Lurking Woods

Name: Lurking Woods
Director: Rizal Halim
Released: 2015
Duration: 93 min

Representation Score

1.6/10

Minimal

2015

Director

Rizal Halim

Runtime

93 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Lurking Woods operates as a conventional suspense thriller that adheres to traditional genre conventions. The production lacks a history of progressive themes or complex representations of diversity. While the cast includes various performers, the film does not show an intention to challenge social norms. The narrative seems to prioritize genre clichés over integrating diverse identities. Overall, the film maintains a neutral stance, showing little deviation from established standards of representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Lurking Woods have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories. There is no indication of non-straight relationships.

How does Lurking Woods portray gender?

Fair

Although there are several female actors in the cast, the film does not provide insight into their roles or ability to act. It is unclear if the story challenges traditional gender roles or relies on conventional archetypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Lurking Woods?

Limited

As an Australian production, the specific racial makeup of the characters is not confirmed. The film does not explicitly indicate a departure from traditional casting norms.

How does Lurking Woods represent religion and culture?

Limited

The thriller follows typical genre structures without evidence of critiques related to religion or culture. The presence of religious or patriotic themes is uncertain.

Does Lurking Woods include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about characters with physical or invisible disabilities. The narrative does not address neurodivergence or impairments.

Present on Screen

The cast includes a variety of female performers.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight relationships.
There is no evidence of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
The production does not explicitly showcase non-Anglo-Saxon perspectives or diverse racial compositions.
The narrative fails to demonstrate character roles that challenge traditional gender hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

A 100% Australian Suspense Thriller filmed in Western Australia. Using the state of the art Red Dragon camera.

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