The House by the Cemetery
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Manhattan Baby
Representation Score
4.0/10
Fair
1982
UnratedDirector
Lucio Fulci
Runtime
89 minutes
Average Rating
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Manhattan Baby is a visceral exploration of body horror and supernatural dread. It avoids typical 'damsel in distress' clichés by focusing on the female biological experience, but it does not delve deeply into multi-layered themes. The film adheres to early 1980s horror conventions. While it uses mysticism to create a non-Christian moral landscape, it does not engage in broader social or political critiques. Overall, the film prioritizes psychological fragmentation and dream-like logic over addressing social issues or diverse representation.
Category Breakdown
Does Manhattan Baby have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or storylines focused on non-straight relationships.
How does Manhattan Baby portray gender?
The narrative emphasizes the female experience through a lens of strong physical and psychological independence. It highlights the supernatural aspects of pregnancy and the female body.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Manhattan Baby?
The cast is predominantly white and lacks diversity, with no indication of intentional efforts to include actors of different races.
How does Manhattan Baby represent religion and culture?
The film explores ancient Egyptian mysticism and occult practices to challenge traditional Christian morality, presenting a subjective moral viewpoint.
Does Manhattan Baby include disability representation?
The film does not feature any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Supernatural elements drive the plot rather than realistic portrayals of disabilities.
Present on Screen
- The film challenges traditional gender roles by emphasizing female autonomy.
- It uses ancient Egyptian mysticism to present a non-Christian moral landscape.
Limited or Absent
- The cast lacks racial and ethnic diversity, maintaining a relatively homogeneous group.
- There is no representation of neurodivergence or chronic illness.
- The film does not engage with LGBTQ+ identities or storylines.
Official Synopsis
An archaeologist opens an Egyptian tomb and accidently releases an evil spirit. His young daughter becomes possessed by the freed entity and, upon their arrival back in New York, the gory murders begin.
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