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The Last Heroes

Name: The Last Heroes
Director: Roberto D'Antona
Released: 2019
Duration: 136 min

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

2019

Director

Roberto D'Antona

Runtime

136 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film relies heavily on established horror and fantasy archetypes, using a diverse cast to tell a story centered around a shared secret. While the ensemble includes various occupations and traits, the structure adheres to conventional genre patterns rather than deconstructing social hierarchies. Representation is limited and often tied to specific clichés. Although supernatural elements introduce a degree of cultural variety through occultism, the characterization of women and individuals with disabilities leans towards traditional, functional roles within the horror framework. Ultimately, the film lacks the complexity needed for a more progressive narrative. It functions as a standard genre piece rather than a vehicle for social or identity-based exploration.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Last Heroes have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-binary or LGBTQ+ identities. There are no scenes depicting same-sex relationships or characters exploring their sexuality.

How does The Last Heroes portray gender?

Fair

The film features female characters such as the journalist and assistant, but they are defined by traditional stereotypes. These characters adhere to gendered clichés rather than challenging typical gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Last Heroes?

Minimal

The film does not provide any information about the racial or ethnic backgrounds of the characters. The cast's diversity is not addressed within the story.

How does The Last Heroes represent religion and culture?

Fair

The inclusion of ancient curses and occult practices introduces a variety of cultural beliefs. However, the small-town setting reinforces traditional Western social norms.

Does The Last Heroes include disability representation?

Limited

A blind and silent shopkeeper represents sensory disabilities. It is unclear whether this character has meaningful ability to act or simply serves as a plot device.

Present on Screen

The inclusion of an occult framework provides a departure from strictly Christian moral narratives.
The presence of a character with sensory disabilities offers a platform for disability representation.

Limited or Absent

The film relies on traditional gendered clichés like 'naughty' or 'shy' characters.
There is a lack of visible racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ diversity within the character descriptions.
The narrative lacks clear evidence of character's ability to drive the story for those with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A group of friends - a tomb raider, a chatty salesman, a naughty journalist, a lazy nerd and the shy assistant of a mysterious blind and silent shopkeeper - meet again in the quiet small town where they had shared a terrible secret. When a skeptical policeman discovers the link between a weird animals slaughter and some occult practices, strange things start happening. Together, they will discover the ancient curse of Kaisha and have to face the demons of the past.

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