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The Landlord

Name: The Landlord
Director: Daniel Ringey
Released: 2017
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

2017

TV-PG

Director

Daniel Ringey

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Landlord is a conventional psychological thriller that emphasizes genre clichés over social representation. The narrative is driven by a singular, predatory obsession that relies on established power imbalances rather than diverse perspectives. Representation is limited across all categories. The film uses a homogeneous cast and focuses on a straight-centered conflict, leaving little room for stories that reflect multiple aspects of diversity. Ultimately, the film adheres to a narrow, traditional framework. It treats mental instability as a tool for villainy and uses its urban setting as a backdrop for personal drama rather than a vehicle for broader cultural exploration.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Landlord have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. The story revolves around the psychological tension and obsession between the main characters.

How does The Landlord portray gender?

Limited

Gender dynamics revolve around a traditional power imbalance. The female protagonist's role is diminished by the male antagonist's controlling behavior and technological interference.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Landlord?

Limited

The cast is primarily white and Irish. The Dublin setting reflects a homogeneous population without evidence of diverse ethnic representation.

How does The Landlord represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative centers on individual issues rather than broader societal critiques. It uses a luxurious setting for personal drama without exploring wider socioeconomic or cultural structures.

Does The Landlord include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with disabilities featured in the film. Mental instability is portrayed as a standard villain trait rather than a nuanced character trait.

Present on Screen

The film employs a clear, focused psychological thriller framework centered on surveillance and obsession.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks LGBTQ+ representation and diverse ethnic casting.
Gender dynamics rely on traditional clichés of male dominance and female vulnerability.
Mental health is used as a simplistic driver for villainy rather than nuanced characterization.
The story lacks engagement with broader socioeconomic or cultural critiques.

Official Synopsis

Alyssa moves into a luxury apartment complex but is unaware she is being watched by her disturbed landlord, Robert, via hidden cameras. Robert will do anything to fill the void left by his estranged daughter–even if that means replacing her.

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