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The Witch Chronicles

Name: The Witch Chronicles
Director: Erik Glode, Edward Nyahay
Released: 2015
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

3.4/10

Limited

2015

PG-13

Director

Erik Glode, Edward Nyahay

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film functions as a genre-driven horror piece centered on supernatural conflict. It prioritizes historical and occult themes over broad demographic representation or multi-layered depth. While the story features a priest who engages in witchcraft, challenging traditional religious authority, it remains rooted in a traditional Western framework. The narrative structure adheres to conventional genre formulas without dismantling social hierarchies. Ultimately, the film lacks diverse character archetypes and inclusive casting.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Witch Chronicles have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include explicit representations of LGBTQ+ identities or relationships. A demonic entity inhabiting a wife does not count as intentional queer representation.

How does The Witch Chronicles portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a power struggle between male figures. However, the female character Sabazios avoids traditional domestic roles by serving as a powerful vessel for a demon.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Witch Chronicles?

Limited

The narrative focuses on 18th-century France and specific European lineages. There is limited evidence of racial diversity in the story.

How does The Witch Chronicles represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film challenges traditional religious authority by featuring a priest who practices witchcraft. This creates a complex ethical landscape that questions established religious norms.

Does The Witch Chronicles include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about characters with disabilities, neurodivergence, or chronic health conditions in this work.

Present on Screen

The film challenges traditional religious authority by depicting a priest who engages in witchcraft.
The female character Sabazios offers a non-traditional power dynamic by acting as a metaphysical vessel.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight-centered dynamics.
The setting and character lineages lean heavily toward a traditional Western historical framework.
There is a notable absence of characters representing various disabilities or neurodivergence.

Official Synopsis

After 300 years of seeking revenge on the Hekate Family through The Hekate Chronicles, Bertrand Guilladot's ghost, a Catholic Priest from Dijon, France in 1742, who sold his soul to the devil through witchcraft, has finally met his match. Azar Francis Hekate, today's most powerful sorcerer, feeds souls to the demon, Paymon, the master of infernal ceremonies, who lives within his wife, Sabazios. When Bertrand stumbles upon his witchery, Azar is in for the battle of his life.

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