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1972 Yellow House

Name: 1972 Yellow House
Director: Curtis Stone
Released: 2013
Duration: 52 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

2013

Director

Curtis Stone

Runtime

52 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

1972 Yellow House is a conventional horror mystery that relies on found-footage clichés. The plot centers on a tragic discovery within a domestic setting, focusing on a missing couple and a deceased child. The film adheres to standard genre conventions without delving into complex identity politics. It lacks the necessary elements to disrupt traditional social hierarchies or provide progressive representation. Ultimately, the narrative is driven by a singular, tragic event, leaving little room for the exploration of diverse lived experiences.

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Category Breakdown

Does 1972 Yellow House have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-cisgender identities or same-sex relationships. The storyline revolves around a missing couple and a child.

How does 1972 Yellow House portray gender?

Limited

Women in the film, including a missing woman and a deceased girl, have roles defined by tragedy and victimization rather than active involvement.

How racially and ethnically diverse is 1972 Yellow House?

Limited

The cast appears to be homogeneous, with no indication of race-bent casting or characters of different races driving the plot.

How does 1972 Yellow House represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story explores occult themes and the tension between law enforcement and unconventional beliefs. It does not challenge traditional social norms.

Does 1972 Yellow House include disability representation?

Minimal

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

Present on Screen

The film uses a found-footage structure to create mystery around a central crime.
It engages with themes of the occult and fringe belief systems.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and neurodivergent characters.
Female characters are portrayed primarily as victims rather than having active roles.
There is no evidence of racial diversity or a multi-ethnic cast.

Official Synopsis

During a recent remodel of The Yellow House crews discovered the remains of a little girl and a super 8 movie camera with the footage still inside. The footage has been released to the media by Summerland police with the hope that someone can solve this mystery. Police investigators confirm the film was shot by the missing couple. It is believed they were murdered by occult members. This is their footage.

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