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Haunted High

Name: Haunted High
Director: Jeffery Scott Lando
Released: 2012
Duration: 85 min

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2012

TV-14

Director

Jeffery Scott Lando

Runtime

85 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Haunted High operates as a conventional genre piece, relying heavily on established clichés of teen horror and mystery. The narrative is driven by a historical catalyst—a 1950s time capsule—which places the film in a traditional, mid-century social context. The film does not intentionally disrupt social hierarchies or explore multi-layered identities. It focuses on a straightforward 'man vs. supernatural' conflict, prioritizing genre mechanics over progressive storytelling. Overall, the production adheres to a traditional storytelling approach, avoiding complex social commentary and lacking subversive or diverse elements.

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Category Breakdown

Does Haunted High have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any characters with non-binary or transgender identities. It follows a typical supernatural mystery format without addressing any LGBTQ themes.

How does Haunted High portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around students dealing with a supernatural threat using traditional roles. Women do not take on positions of superior intellect or challenge masculine leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Haunted High?

Fair

The high school setting features a conventional cast of characters. There is no indication of diverse casting or a predominantly non-white student body.

How does Haunted High represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot centers on a 1950s time capsule, evoking mid-century social norms. The conflict is a traditional battle against an external historical anomaly, avoiding institutional critique.

Does Haunted High include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. No assessment of ability to act or representation can be made for this category.

Present on Screen

The film employs a clear, classic 'trapped in a location' cliché that provides a structured mystery for the audience.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks depth in exploring multi-layered identities or non-traditional social structures.
The film relies on conventional archetypes rather than challenging gender or racial hierarchies.
There is a notable absence of representation for LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A group of students are trapped at a school after a time capsule from the 1950's is cracked open by an earthquake. The students soon realize that ghostly spirits escaped from the time capsule, and possessed the principal and three other teachers.

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