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Cryptic Plasm

Name: Cryptic Plasm
Director: Brian Paulin
Released: 2015
Duration: 79 min

Representation Score

2.4/10

Limited

2015

Director

Brian Paulin

Runtime

79 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Cryptic Plasm functions as a traditional horror film, emphasizing biological horror and individual survival over systemic critique. The narrative structure centers on the psychological erosion of a single male protagonist, limiting the scope for diverse perspectives. The film leans heavily on established horror clichés, such as exorcisms and supernatural forces, rather than using these elements to challenge social or cultural norms. This results in a narrow focus on the protagonist's personal fear. Overall, the absence of complex character development and multi-layered depth keeps the film within a conventional, homogeneous framework typical of low-budget independent horror.

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Category Breakdown

Does Cryptic Plasm have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories about non-cisgender identities. It focuses solely on the protagonist's biological and existential struggles.

How does Cryptic Plasm portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around a male protagonist named David Gates, who drives the narrative forward. Female characters are present but do not have significant roles or power.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Cryptic Plasm?

Limited

The film does not show a diverse cast or non-Anglo-Saxon majority. The setting hints at a homogeneous environment typical of independent horror films.

How does Cryptic Plasm represent religion and culture?

Fair

Themes of exorcism and pure evil are presented as traditional horror clichés. These elements operate within a conventional moral framework without challenging religious structures.

Does Cryptic Plasm include disability representation?

Minimal

The protagonist's unusual symptoms are used as body horror plot devices. These biological changes do not offer meaningful representation of neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

Uses classic horror elements like exorcism and body horror to create tension.

Limited or Absent

Lacks diverse character development and multi-layered depth.
Relies on traditional horror clichés rather than challenging social or cultural norms.
Focuses heavily on a single male perspective, limiting gender diversity.

Official Synopsis

The story is about David Gates, a cryptozoologist who is hired to film his investigations. One of them being a mysterious town where all of its inhabitants have vanished without a trace. David uncovers far more than he anticipated and puts his own life at risk. Afterwards David begins to feel the bizarre effects from the town within his own biology. Meanwhile he is sent by his investor to film an exorcism. Something that is completely outside of his expertise. Already suffering from unnatural symptoms, David, who is now reluctantly in the presence of pure evil, fears that multiple inhuman forces are tearing him apart from inside.

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