
The Raking
2017

2018
NRDirector
Al Carretta
Runtime
79 minutes
Average Rating
No ratings yetSynopsis
University students investigate a noise phenomenon in haunted woods known as 'th'rattlin'.
Overall Score
Fair
Category Breakdown
LGBTQ+ Representation
The film lacks explicit LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that challenge heteronormativity. It follows a conventional horror framework centered on university students, defaulting to traditional social structures.
Gender Representation
A significant female presence is noted in the cast, including Megan Purvis and Melanie Barcelo. However, it is unclear if the film subverts traditional gender hierarchies or tropes.
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
The ensemble features ethnic variety through cast members like Chloé Booyens and Melanie Barcelo. While not a majority non-white production, it avoids completely homogeneous casting.
Religious & Cultural Diversity
The story utilizes a traditional Western horror setup involving a supernatural phenomenon. It operates within standard genre conventions rather than deconstructing institutional power or cultural dynamics.
Disability Representation
There is no information regarding the inclusion of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
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Areas for Improvement
AI Analysis
Th'dread Rattlin' functions as a standard independent horror piece. It achieves a moderate level of inclusion through a diverse ensemble cast, which is typical for contemporary genre cinema. While the casting avoids total homogeneity, the film lacks intentional, identity-driven storytelling. The narrative appears to follow established genre tropes rather than seeking to subvert social or systemic hierarchies. Ultimately, the production provides a baseline level of representation without the complexity required for a higher diversity score.

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