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The Investigation: A Haunting in Sherwood

Name: The Investigation: A Haunting in Sherwood
Director: Richard Mansfield
Released: 2020
Duration: 70 min

Representation Score

1.6/10

Minimal

2020

Director

Richard Mansfield

Runtime

70 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film presents a narrow, character-focused horror framework that lacks visible diversity. The narrative centers almost entirely on the procedural investigation of Gareth Morris, leaving little room for diverse demographic perspectives. Since the story focuses on a single male protagonist and a localized setting, it avoids broader social hierarchies and identity politics. The absence of diverse casting and varied life experiences leads to a conventional, singular viewpoint. Ultimately, the film operates as a standard genre piece. It neither promotes nor critiques systemic structures, resulting in a lack of intentional narrative disruption or cultural depth.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Investigation: A Haunting in Sherwood have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film doesn't include any characters with LGBTQ+ identities or themes related to queer relationships. There are no character arcs that address these topics.

How does The Investigation: A Haunting in Sherwood portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a male protagonist named Gareth Morris. While it doesn't reinforce patriarchal norms explicitly, it lacks broader gender diversity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Investigation: A Haunting in Sherwood?

Minimal

The narrative centers on a single character in Sherwood without showcasing a diverse cast. There is no indication of racial or ethnic diversity.

How does The Investigation: A Haunting in Sherwood represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot adheres to typical investigative storytelling without engaging in cultural or religious critiques. It remains neutral on these topics.

Does The Investigation: A Haunting in Sherwood include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not mention any physical disabilities, neurodivergence, or mental health conditions among the main or supporting characters.

Present on Screen

The film maintains a neutral stance by avoiding explicit misogyny or traditional gender hierarchies.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks racial and ethnic diversity, focusing on a singular, non-diverse cast.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or queer subtext within the story.
The film misses opportunities to integrate disability or neurodivergent perspectives into its characters.
The scope is limited to a single protagonist, preventing a broader exploration of cultural identities.

Official Synopsis

Private Investigator Gareth Morris went missing in 2018 whilst investigating noises coming from a house in Sherwood. He hacked into the home's security system and recorded everything.

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