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The Unnaturals

The Unnaturals

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

1969

Director

Antonio Margheriti

Runtime

83 minutes

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The Unnaturals is a classic Gothic thriller that emphasizes psychological tension and class dynamics over social subversion. Set in a secluded mansion, it exposes the hidden secrets of the elite while adhering to the genre conventions of 1969. While the film includes a powerful female character with supernatural abilities, it lacks broader diversity and multi-layered complexity. The narrative focuses on suspense and psychological tension rather than challenging social hierarchies or promoting diverse representation. Overall, the film stays within the conventional boundaries of its era, providing a standard genre experience without significant evidence of diverse casting or progressive social commentary.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Unnaturals have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not explicitly represent non-binary or transgender identities. It follows the typical themes of late-60s European horror, which rarely explored LGBTQ+ issues.

How does The Unnaturals portray gender?

Fair

A powerful female character with supernatural abilities offers a minor challenge to traditional male dominance. However, it is unclear if the female guests have significant roles or remain passive.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Unnaturals?

Limited

The cast appears to be predominantly Anglo-Saxon, reflecting the high society of London. There is no indication of a diverse cast that challenges the social norms of the time.

How does The Unnaturals represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film explores spirituality and séances to examine morality. It critiques the secrets of the elite but focuses on psychological tension rather than a broader critique of societal structures.

Does The Unnaturals include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

  • Features a powerful female character with supernatural abilities, offering a minor departure from typical male-dominated narratives.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks diverse casting, focusing on a predominantly Anglo-Saxon demographic typical of high-society settings.
  • Does not provide any representation or narratives related to LGBTQ+ issues.
  • Includes no characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Official Synopsis

During a thunderstorm, a group of members of London's high society seek refuge in a remote mansion in the countryside. They are received by Uriat and his mother, who appears to be able to communicate with the dead. The guests engage in a séance, but it will reveal each and everyone's darkest secrets.

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