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Maligno

Maligno

Representation Score

0.6/10

Minimal

2016

R

Director

Paco Bardales, Martin Casapía Casanova

Runtime

87 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Maligno operates within a traditional horror framework, focusing on a supernatural entity released within a hospital. The narrative relies on genre-specific clichés rather than intentional sociopolitical commentary or multi-layered storytelling. The film lacks demonstrable progressive structure. There is no evidence of diverse casting, overturning traditional gender roles, or including underrepresented identities within the central mystery.

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Category Breakdown

Does Maligno have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include evidence of non-straight identities. It follows conventional genre structures without challenging the idea that everyone is straight.

How does Maligno portray gender?

Limited

Female characters play key roles in the high-stakes horror plot, but there is no evidence of overturning traditional gender hierarchies. The story focuses on the central mystery.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Maligno?

Minimal

The synopsis does not indicate a diverse cast or intentional racial blending. The hospital setting does not confirm the presence of non-Anglo-Saxon majority representation.

How does Maligno represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story uses a legend as a narrative driver, relying on traditional folklore. It lacks clear evidence of anti-Western institutional critiques or secular themes.

Does Maligno include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information regarding the inclusion of neurodivergent characters or individuals with physical disabilities. The medical setting does not clarify how disability is portrayed.

Present on Screen

  • Uses traditional folklore and legends as a central narrative driver.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks intentional multi-layered representation or diverse character roles.
  • Does not challenge conventional social hierarchies or traditional gender roles.
  • Provides no evidence of racial, LGBTQ+, or disability representation.

Official Synopsis

A bloodcurdling legend becomes reality when a mysterious hole opens in the main hospital of a city, and a dark presence is released.

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