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Devilwood

Name: Devilwood
Director: Sacha Bennett
Released: 2006
Duration: 11 min

Representation Score

1.2/10

Minimal

2006

TV-G

Director

Sacha Bennett

Runtime

11 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Devilwood is a period horror film that emphasizes genre clichés and historical atmosphere over diverse storytelling. The narrative centers on the breakdown of social and religious order in 17th-century England, which inherently leans toward conventional social hierarchies. Because the film is set in a specific historical era, it lacks verifiable representation of underrepresented groups. The focus remains on the transition from religious fear to supernatural dread rather than systemic critique or diverse character arcs.

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Category Breakdown

Does Devilwood have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-binary gender identities or LGBTQ+ representation. It also does not critique the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Devilwood portray gender?

Limited

Set in the 17th century, the film likely adheres to traditional patriarchal structures. There is no indication of women playing a significant role in driving the story or challenging gendered power dynamics.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Devilwood?

Limited

The historical English setting implies a homogeneous Anglo-Saxon cast. No non-white characters or actors from diverse backgrounds are mentioned in the narrative.

How does Devilwood represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story examines the erosion of religious authority in a lawless outpost. This shift towards supernatural fear suggests a deconstruction of traditional religious structures.

Does Devilwood include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about the inclusion of characters with neurodevelopmental differences or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film explores the erosion of religious authority and the breakdown of traditional social structures.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities, racial diversity, or characters with disabilities.
The historical setting appears to reinforce traditional patriarchal hierarchies rather than challenging them.

Official Synopsis

In a lawless outpost in 17th Century England, the people have ceased to be God-fearing but learn to fear the Devil instead.

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