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Obayifo Project

Name: Obayifo Project
Director: Paco Arasanz
Released: 2024
Duration: 71 min

Representation Score

4.2/10

Fair

2024

13+

Director

Paco Arasanz

Runtime

71 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Obayifo Project shifts the found-footage horror lens from Western archetypes to Ghanaian mythological structures. The dual-timeline narrative explores how cultural myths are mediated through modern technology and film production. The film's strength lies in its intentional disruption of the Western-centric horror standard. By centering the Obayifo spirit, the story grants a significant role in driving the story to African supernatural frameworks rather than treating them as mere external curiosities. However, the lack of specific character details makes it difficult to assess gender dynamics or LGBTQ+ representation. The film's impact currently rests on its cultural and racial centering rather than individual character diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Obayifo Project have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any explicit references to LGBTQ+ characters or themes. While the focus on non-Western folklore offers potential for diverse storytelling, there is no concrete evidence available.

How does Obayifo Project portray gender?

Fair

The narrative features filmmaking teams in both 2003 and 2023. While ensemble-driven horror often distributes roles across genders, specific details regarding the team's hierarchy or gender dynamics are not provided.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Obayifo Project?

Excellent

The film centers on Ghanaian culture and the Obayifo spirit, disrupting Western-centric horror clichés. This approach ensures characters of color play a significant role in driving the story through their engagement with their own heritage.

How does Obayifo Project represent religion and culture?

Excellent

By using indigenous African spiritualism to critique Western media formats, the film prioritizes non-Western frameworks. It creates a complex dialogue between globalized cinematic styles and local cultural identities.

Does Obayifo Project include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Information regarding disability representation remains unavailable in the current synopsis.

Present on Screen

Disrupts Western-centric horror by centering Ghanaian folklore and the Obayifo spirit.
Provides a significant role in driving the story to characters of color through deep engagement with their cultural heritage.
Offers a sophisticated critique of how globalized media formats interact with indigenous spiritualism.

Limited or Absent

Lacks specific details regarding gender dynamics or the hierarchy within the filmmaking teams.
Provides no verifiable information regarding LGBTQ+ representation or characters.
Does not mention the inclusion or representation of characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

In 2003, a group of Ghanaian filmmakers attempts to create their own version of "The Blair Witch Project" by invoking an African vampire spirit, leading to a horrific massacre. Fast forward to 2023, Julio and his team are determined to replicate the experiment, hoping to capture the supernatural on film—but as they delve deeper, they risk unleashing a darkness far beyond their control.

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