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Demon in the White House

Name: Demon in the White House
Director: Brook Linder
Released: 2021
Duration: 88 min

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

2021

Director

Brook Linder

Runtime

88 minutes

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Demon in the White House explores historical hauntings through a documentary-horror lens. While it centers on female figures as the primary protagonists, the narrative remains anchored in traditional Western institutional settings. The film does not offer multi-layered casting or address systemic power dynamics explicitly. Instead, it prioritizes the historical atmosphere over a progressive reconfiguration of identity. Ultimately, the film maintains a traditional demographic focus while incorporating supernatural elements.

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Category Breakdown

Does Demon in the White House have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with LGBTQ+ identities or explore queer-coded storylines.

How does Demon in the White House portray gender?

Fair

The film features female figures as the main characters, but their roles are set within traditional historical contexts, which may limit the challenge to gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Demon in the White House?

Limited

The narrative focuses on the historically homogeneous demographic of the presidency and the White House, without highlighting diverse racial backgrounds.

How does Demon in the White House represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film presents the White House as a site of supernatural haunting, challenging the conventional view of the presidency through folklore.

Does Demon in the White House include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no depiction of physical disabilities, neurodivergence, or mental health conditions as central themes in the film.

Present on Screen

The film grants female historical figures significant roles as the main characters.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks multi-layered casting and diverse racial representation.
The narrative remains tied to traditional, homogeneous institutional demographics.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or disability-related themes.

Official Synopsis

The world's most haunted house is at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, where two grieving first ladies may have unwittingly invited evil into their temporary home. This spirit could still be tormenting America's presidents, their families and their advisors.

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