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Kampout

Name: Kampout
Director: Glenn Martin
Released: 2016
Duration: 93 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

2016

Director

Glenn Martin

Runtime

93 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Kampout is a creature-feature horror film that relies heavily on established genre clichés. The narrative follows a predictable structure involving a Bigfoot rampage and a standard investigative response from local authorities. The film lacks intentional demographic diversity, appearing to default to a homogeneous cast typical of regional horror settings. There is no evidence of storytelling that reflects multiple aspects of identity or disruption of traditional social hierarchies. Ultimately, the movie functions as a straightforward survivalist tale, prioritizing the central monster conflict over diverse character representation or social commentary.

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Category Breakdown

Does Kampout have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any visible LGBTQ+ characters or stories about non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities. The plot revolves around a conflict between a mythical creature and those pursuing it.

How does Kampout portray gender?

Limited

The story centers on three investigators—a detective, a ranger, and a researcher—whose roles follow a traditional procedural format without challenging typical gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Kampout?

Limited

Set in the countryside of Southeast Ohio, the narrative seems to feature a homogeneous cast. There is no indication of a diverse cast in the character descriptions.

How does Kampout represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film uses a conventional Western survivalist framework driven by biological instincts and law enforcement. It lacks any significant cultural depth or systemic critique.

Does Kampout include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the inclusion or portrayal of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film adheres to clear, traditional horror genre conventions.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks racial and ethnic diversity in its character descriptions.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth characters.
The story follows standard procedural clichés without challenging traditional gender roles.

Official Synopsis

Enraged by the murder of it's offspring, a Bigfoot rampages through the countryside of Southeast Ohio. Detective Benson, Ranger Thomas and Bigfoot researcher Hank scramble to locate the legendary creature before it attacks a group of teenagers on a camping trip in an isolated place called Kampout.

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