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The Exorcism of God

Name: The Exorcism of God
Director: Alejandro Hidalgo
Released: 2022
Duration: 98 min

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

2022

Director

Alejandro Hidalgo

Runtime

98 minutes

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The film adheres to a conventional narrative structure that emphasizes genre clichés over social critique. It revolves around a male protagonist facing a spiritual crisis, reinforcing traditional power dynamics. Although the Mexican setting adds cultural richness, the storyline maintains a Western-centric perspective. The focus on individual struggles avoids broader critiques of religious or social hierarchies. Overall, the film upholds traditional gender and religious roles without challenging them or providing diverse character's ability to drive the story.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Exorcism of God have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or storylines. It focuses solely on spiritual battles and traditional religious themes, without any queer-coded hints or character development centered around LGBTQ+ experiences.

How does The Exorcism of God portray gender?

Limited

The male protagonist holds significant control and authority, while female characters tend to play supporting roles, often being the subjects of exorcisms rather than active participants in the story.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Exorcism of God?

Fair

The film is set in Mexico but centers around an American priest, introducing an American-focused viewpoint into a non-Western context.

How does The Exorcism of God represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story portrays the priest as a saintly figure, emphasizing individual faith rather than questioning the Catholic Church’s role in broader societal structures.

Does The Exorcism of God include disability representation?

Minimal

Mental health issues are presented through the lens of demonic possession, functioning primarily as horror clichés rather than exploring neurodivergence in depth.

Present on Screen

Uses a rich Latin American setting to enhance the horror narrative with cultural depth.

Limited or Absent

The film relies on outdated clichés that portray women as passive subjects of male spiritual authority.
It lacks LGBTQ+ representation and diverse identities.
Psychological distress is treated as a supernatural element rather than a nuanced exploration of mental health.
Despite the Mexican setting, the central power structure remains predominantly American-focused.

Official Synopsis

An American priest working in Mexico is considered a saint by many local parishioners. However, due to a botched exorcism, he carries a secret that’s eating him alive until he gets an opportunity to face his demon one final time.

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