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Sacred

Name: Sacred
Director: Monty Tiwa
Released: 2009
Duration: 89 min

Representation Score

4.3/10

Fair

2009

Director

Monty Tiwa

Runtime

89 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Sacred (2009) is primarily a horror film that explores the tension between modern urban life and traditional regional beliefs. The film's strength lies in its specific cultural context, highlighting regional Indonesian identities and local spiritual practices. However, it does not deeply explore broader social issues or challenge traditional hierarchies. Ultimately, while it successfully grounds its tension in local folklore and ethnic traditions, it remains a conventional narrative without addressing systemic social critiques.

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Category Breakdown

Does Sacred have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include explicit LGBTQ+ characters or stories. It focuses on a group of characters dealing with supernatural elements rather than exploring identity issues.

How does Sacred portray gender?

Fair

Women play significant roles in the film, particularly in their professional capacities. However, the characters do not challenge traditional gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Sacred?

Good

The film highlights the unique identity of regional Indonesia, especially through the contrast between Jakarta's modernity and the traditional landscapes of Yogyakarta.

How does Sacred represent religion and culture?

Fair

The movie emphasizes local spiritual beliefs and traditional customs over modern rational thinking. It confronts belief systems that exist outside urban contexts.

Does Sacred include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with physical or cognitive disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

Offers meaningful representation of regional Indonesian identity and local ethnic traditions.
Engages with local spiritualism and traditional customs to challenge secular views.
Examines the cultural clash between urban modernity and traditional regional settings.

Limited or Absent

Lacks explicit LGBTQ+ representation or narratives critiquing straight relationships.
Does not include characters with physical or cognitive disabilities.
Gender roles are limited to professional functions without challenging traditional hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

A group of young filmmakers from Jakarta arrived in Bantul, Yogyakarta to prepare for a shoot. Things are normal until the second day when they start to experience unexplained phenomenon.

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