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Things II

Name: Things II
Director: Mike Bowler, Dennis Devine, Steve Jarvis
Released: 1998
Duration: 83 min

Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

1998

Director

Mike Bowler, Dennis Devine, Steve Jarvis

Runtime

83 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Things II operates as a traditional horror anthology that relies on established genre formulas. The framing device, which includes an author and a pizza delivery girl, sets up a basic gendered interaction but does not delve into deeper social representation. The film sticks to the conventional casting and narrative structures of the late 1990s. It does not actively disrupt social hierarchies or offer meaningful visibility for underrepresented groups. Ultimately, the work prioritizes suspense and genre-specific storytelling over progressive themes or diverse character perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Things II have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community or discuss non-cisgender identities. There is no progressive representation related to these identities.

How does Things II portray gender?

Fair

A female pizza delivery worker is the main character, interacting with a male author. It is unclear if she has a significant role in driving the story or challenges traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Things II?

Limited

The cast follows typical 1990s horror movie patterns without any clear indication of non-white or non-Anglo-Saxon characters. There are no specific details about the ethnic backgrounds of the characters.

How does Things II represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story focuses on individual experiences through horror clichés without addressing broader social issues. There is no evidence of themes that critique Western norms or institutions.

Does Things II include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities mentioned. The film does not address neurodivergence or mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

The film includes a gender-integrated cast with prominent female actors such as Angela Eads and Margie Rey.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities.
There is no evidence of racial or ethnic diversity beyond conventional casting patterns.
The narrative fails to engage with cultural critiques or diverse social perspectives.

Official Synopsis

An author lures a pizza delivery girl into his house and then proceeds to tell her about two of his most recent scary stories.

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