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2019
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Those Who Walk Away
Representation Score
3.1/10
Limited
2022
Director
Robert Rippberger
Runtime
92 minutes
Average Rating
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The film adheres to typical genre conventions, emphasizing survival horror elements over exploring identity. The plot follows a standard structure where two protagonists confront a single supernatural antagonist. Though the central relationship offers potential for character development, the narrative does not provide clear signs of intentional multi-layered representation. It functions mainly as a suspense-driven drama without addressing broader social or cultural critiques. Overall, the film maintains a neutral stance on systemic hierarchies, focusing on personal stakes rather than challenging established norms.
Category Breakdown
Does Those Who Walk Away have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film focuses on a romantic relationship between Max and Avery, initiated through a social media app. However, it does not explicitly confirm their sexual orientations or gender identities.
How does Those Who Walk Away portray gender?
Max and Avery serve as co-protagonists in a survival narrative. They seem to have equal roles in the conflict, but the film does not challenge traditional gender roles.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Those Who Walk Away?
No information is provided about the racial or ethnic backgrounds of the characters. Therefore, it is unclear whether there is diverse casting or specific ethnic representation.
How does Those Who Walk Away represent religion and culture?
The story employs the Western 'haunted house' cliché to create horror elements. It centers on a local supernatural threat without critiquing religious or social institutions.
Does Those Who Walk Away include disability representation?
The film does not mention any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The narrative does not address neurodivergence or chronic illness.
Present on Screen
- The dual-protagonist setup allows Max and Avery to share significant roles during the central conflict.
Limited or Absent
- The narrative lacks explicit representation of diverse identities, such as racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ specifics.
- The story relies on conventional horror clichés without engaging in systemic or cultural critique.
Official Synopsis
Max and Avery go on their first date after meeting on a social media app. Their evening takes a perilous turn when they end up at a local haunted house, the home of ‘Rotcreep’, a sinister creature that rots your body and soul with one touch.
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