
An American Werewolf in Paris
1997

Representation Score
Limited
1981
RDirector
John Landis
Runtime
97 minutes
Average Rating
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The film prioritizes visceral spectacle and technical mastery over social representation. Its narrative structure adheres to the conventional demographic and social boundaries of early 1980s Western cinema. While exploring themes of physical loss and societal breakdown, it does so through the lens of horror rather than critical social commentary. Ultimately, the film's impact comes from its tonal shifts and practical effects, leaving little room for disrupting established cultural or gender hierarchies.
Category Breakdown
The film centers around a heterosexual relationship between David and Alex, with no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender expressions.
The narrative emphasizes traditional gender roles, with Alex's professional role as a nurse providing stability but the story primarily driven by male characters' physical struggles and vulnerabilities.
The cast is predominantly white and Anglo-Saxon, reflecting the Yorkshire Moors setting without any attempt to include actors from diverse racial backgrounds.
The film focuses on existential dread without engaging with systemic critiques of Western institutions or religious structures, offering no exploration of oppressive family dynamics.
Physical impairments are portrayed through body horror, serving as plot drivers for horror rather than nuanced explorations of disability.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
American tourists David and Jack are savagely attacked by an unidentified animal while hiking on the Yorkshire Moors. After retiring to the home of a beautiful nurse to recuperate, David soon begins experiencing disturbing changes to his body and mind.

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