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The Young Cannibals

The Young Cannibals

2019

Director

Kris Carr, Sam Fowler

Runtime

100 minutes

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Synopsis

Seven friends summon a monster when they are tricked into eating burgers made of human flesh.

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Diversity & Representation

Overall Score

3.8/10

Limited


Category Breakdown

LGBTQ+ Representation

Limited

The film lacks visible evidence of LGBTQ+ characters or non-heteronormative identities. The ensemble structure focuses on a standard group of friends without exploring queer themes.

Gender Representation

Fair

While the cast includes female leads like Megan Purvis, the narrative follows traditional horror tropes. Characters appear more reactive to the monster than as agents of power.

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

Fair

The inclusion of Benjamin Sarpong-Broni provides moderate racial diversity within the central friend group. However, the plot does not appear to engage with specific intersectional or racial themes.

Religious & Cultural Diversity

Fair

The story uses a consumption-based horror trope involving human flesh. It lacks a sustained critique of Western institutions, religion, or capitalism, focusing instead on a summoned monster.

Disability Representation

Minimal

There is no indication of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The narrative does not feature neurodivergent representation.

Strengths

  • The ensemble cast includes Benjamin Sarpong-Broni, providing moderate racial diversity within the group.

Areas for Improvement

  • The film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities.
  • The narrative relies on traditional horror tropes where characters are reactive rather than empowered.
  • The plot lacks deep engagement with systemic social or cultural critiques.

AI Analysis

The film operates as a genre-driven horror thriller that prioritizes visceral tropes over sociopolitical commentary. While the cast offers some racial variety, the narrative structure remains conventional and lacks intersectional depth. Representation is largely surface-level, with the ensemble serving the plot's supernatural elements rather than challenging social hierarchies. The film does not appear to intentionally disrupt traditional norms or engage with systemic issues. Ultimately, the work functions within the standard constraints of low-budget horror, focusing on the central threat of the monster rather than complex character identities.

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