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The Young Cannibals

Name: The Young Cannibals
Director: Kris Carr, Sam Fowler
Released: 2019
Duration: 100 min

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2019

Unrated

Director

Kris Carr, Sam Fowler

Runtime

100 minutes

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This film is primarily a genre-driven horror thriller that emphasizes traditional horror clichés over sociopolitical commentary. While the cast includes some racial diversity, the narrative remains conventional and lacks multi-layered depth. The representation is mostly superficial, with the ensemble serving the supernatural plot elements rather than challenging social norms. The film does not seem to intentionally disrupt traditional norms or engage with systemic issues. Ultimately, the work adheres to the standard constraints of low-budget horror, focusing on the central threat of the monster rather than complex character identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Young Cannibals have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any visible LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-straight relationships. The main group of friends does not delve into queer themes.

How does The Young Cannibals portray gender?

Fair

The movie features female characters like Megan Purvis, but the plot follows typical horror clichés where the characters react to the monster rather than taking control.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Young Cannibals?

Fair

Benjamin Sarpong-Broni's inclusion adds some racial diversity to the central friend group. However, the storyline does not address specific racial or multi-layered themes.

How does The Young Cannibals represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film uses a horror cliché involving human flesh consumption. It does not critically examine Western institutions, religion, or capitalism, focusing instead on a summoned monster.

Does The Young Cannibals include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. There is no neurodivergent representation either.

Present on Screen

The film includes Benjamin Sarpong-Broni, adding some racial diversity to the central friend group.

Limited or Absent

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

Official Synopsis

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

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