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Night of the Living Bread
Representation Score
2.5/10
Limited
1990
PG-13Director
Kevin S. O'Brien
Runtime
8 minutes
Average Rating
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Night of the Living Bread is a low-budget independent short that emphasizes comedic homage to classic horror clichés over detailed character development. The film's main goal is to parody the zombie genre using the absurd premise of sentient, murderous bread. Since the story revolves around a group of survivors in a farmhouse, it lacks the complexity needed for storytelling that considers multiple aspects of identity. The production seems to adhere to established genre conventions rather than aiming to disrupt social hierarchies or offer diverse representation. Overall, the film serves as a niche genre spoof without engaging with identity-driven themes, thus lacking meaningful social or cultural representation.
Category Breakdown
Does Night of the Living Bread have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories focused on non-cisgender identities. Instead, it centers on the idea of sentient food as a parody, rather than identity-focused narratives.
How does Night of the Living Bread portray gender?
The film follows typical horror movie structures without showing much difference in roles between male and female characters. It doesn't challenge traditional gender dynamics.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Night of the Living Bread?
There is no information about the racial or ethnic makeup of the cast. The film seems to stick to usual casting practices for low-budget independent parodies.
How does Night of the Living Bread represent religion and culture?
The focus is on humor and parody of zombies, without any critique of Western institutions or cultural themes.
Does Night of the Living Bread include disability representation?
The film does not mention any characters with disabilities, either visible or invisible. There is no information about neurodivergence or physical impairments.
Present on Screen
- The film effectively uses comedy to parody classic horror clichés.
- The unique concept of sentient, murderous bread offers an absurd yet compelling hook for the genre.
Limited or Absent
- The narrative lacks intentional representation of diverse identities.
- The film relies on conventional casting and clichés rather than exploring complex social themes.
Official Synopsis
An explosion at a bakery causes bread to come to murderous life and attack people. A handful of desperate folks seek refuge in a secluded farmhouse. Will any of them survive the night of the living bread? Independent short spoof on the classic "Night of the Living Dead".
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