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American Exorcist

Name: American Exorcist
Director: Tony Trov, Johnny Zito
Released: 2018
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

2018

TV-MA

Director

Tony Trov, Johnny Zito

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

American Exorcist functions primarily as a character-driven horror-comedy focused on individual survival. The film centers on a female lead, Georgette Dubois, who demonstrates a significant role in driving the story when facing supernatural threats in a skyscraper. However, the film lacks meaningful representation across most diversity categories. There is no evidence of LGBTQ+ characters, racial diversity, or disability representation within the provided narrative framework. While the film challenges some gendered clichés by placing physical risk on a woman, it remains a narrow genre piece without broader social or systemic commentary.

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Category Breakdown

Does American Exorcist have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any visible LGBTQ+ characters or narratives addressing non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities. There is no evidence of queer representation within the story.

How does American Exorcist portray gender?

Fair

Georgette Dubois serves as a central female protagonist who drives the survival narrative. She moves from skepticism to active involvement, avoiding traditional damsel-in-distress clichés.

How racially and ethnically diverse is American Exorcist?

Minimal

The cast's racial and ethnic identities are not specified. While the protagonist's surname may hint at certain heritage, no diverse casting is confirmed.

How does American Exorcist represent religion and culture?

Fair

The setting utilizes a traditional Western holiday and capitalist architecture to frame the horror. It explores the disruption of social structures by the supernatural.

Does American Exorcist include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication of neurodivergence or physical disabilities being central to the plot. No characters are identified as having specific accessibility needs.

Present on Screen

The female lead, Georgette Dubois, plays a significant role in driving the story rather than acting as a passive damsel in distress.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks visible representation for LGBTQ+ communities, diverse racial identities, and characters with disabilities.
The narrative provides little insight into the gender dynamics or racial backgrounds of the supporting cast.

Official Synopsis

A paranormal investigator, trapped in a haunted skyscraper on Christmas Eve. The skeptical young woman, Georgette Dubois, is horrified once confronted with the reality of the supernatural. She risks life and limb to escape her ghoulish prison, stranded on the 11th floor.

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