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Witchville

Name: Witchville
Director: Pearry Reginald Teo
Released: 2010
Duration: 87 min

Representation Score

2.0/10

Limited

2010

Director

Pearry Reginald Teo

Runtime

87 minutes

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Witchville follows a conventional high-fantasy structure relying on well-established genre clichés. The plot centers on a hero's journey involving monarchical authority and a conflict with a dark force. The film emphasizes traditional hierarchies and martial history, resulting in a narrative that lacks character development reflecting multiple aspects of identity. It maintains a traditional Western framework without delving into diverse identities or progressive social perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Witchville have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a prince and his kingdom, with no representation of non-traditional gender identities or alternative romantic stories. It stays within the confines of traditional romance.

How does Witchville portray gender?

Limited

The story is dominated by male figures such as the Prince and the King, with the plot driven by their actions and martial history. Despite the title suggesting a female presence, the narrative is centered around male leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Witchville?

Fair

Set during the Crusades, the film highlights Western power dynamics without showcasing diverse ethnic backgrounds or non-Anglo-Saxon majorities.

How does Witchville represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story revolves around traditional Western institutions like kingship and religious orders. It does not explore secular or anti-Western perspectives.

Does Witchville include disability representation?

Minimal

The narrative does not include any characters with visible or invisible disabilities, nor does it address neurodivergence or sensory disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film employs a clear, traditional high-fantasy structure centered on a hero's journey.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks character development that reflects multiple aspects of identity.
There is a lack of representation for LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities.
The plot relies heavily on Western-centric power dynamics and traditional gender roles.

Official Synopsis

When Prince Malachy returns to his father’s kingdom after the Crusades his first impression is that a bad harvest is the reason that the villagers are sick and hungry. But all is not as it seems and a stranger to the village, warns the new king that a dark force is the cause of their ills.

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