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Without Name

Name: Without Name
Director: Lorcan Finnegan
Released: 2017
Duration: 93 min

Representation Score

1.1/10

Minimal

2017

Director

Lorcan Finnegan

Runtime

93 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Without Name is a minimalist horror film that focuses on creating an atmosphere of tension rather than providing social commentary. With a singular protagonist and a mysterious entity, the film lacks the narrative breadth needed to explore complex identity politics or overlapping aspects of identity. The film primarily uses symbols of the uncanny to create a sense of isolation, limiting its potential for progressive representation or challenging established social hierarchies due to its brief runtime.

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Category Breakdown

Does Without Name have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or individuals with non-cisgender identities. The story revolves around the psychological interaction between a main character and a mysterious entity.

How does Without Name portray gender?

Limited

The central protagonist works as a land surveyor, but the film does not provide enough depth to explore gender dynamics or challenge traditional hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Without Name?

Limited

The cast is small and does not show a diverse range of ethnicities. The presentation remains uniform, focusing on a single character in a natural setting.

How does Without Name represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story delves into existential uncertainty and isolation but does not engage with specific religious or cultural critiques. It emphasizes mystery over social institution critique.

Does Without Name include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the film. Disability is not used as a narrative tool in this short film.

Present on Screen

The film effectively uses a professional protagonist to establish a sense of order and technical expertise.
The atmospheric focus on isolation provides a strong foundation for exploring existential uncertainty.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks the character depth needed to engage with diverse identities or social hierarchies.
The small cast and uniform presentation limit opportunities for racial or cultural representation.
The film does not use disability or non-cisgender identities to broaden its thematic scope.

Official Synopsis

A land surveyor working in an unnamed woodland area is disturbed and beguiled by a strange silhouette that moves amongst the trees.

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