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Deadcon

Name: Deadcon
Director: Caryn Waechter
Released: 2019
Duration: 78 min

Representation Score

0.6/10

Minimal

2019

Not Rated

Director

Caryn Waechter

Runtime

78 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Deadcon primarily explores the anxieties associated with the digital age. It centers its horror on the psychological pressures and isolation experienced by YouTube and Instagram stars. While the film lacks representation of diverse identities or demographic subversion, it offers a thematic critique of the commodification of identity within the influencer ecosystem. Ultimately, the film remains focused on the horrors of digital fame rather than broader systemic issues.

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Category Breakdown

Does Deadcon have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters who identify as LGBTQ+ or have non-cisgender identities. There are no narratives that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Deadcon portray gender?

Minimal

The story revolves around a group of influencers but does not highlight any specific gendered dynamics. There is no indication of challenging traditional gender roles or hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Deadcon?

Minimal

The synopsis does not provide information about the racial or ethnic makeup of the cast. There are no actively leading characters of color featured in the influencer group.

How does Deadcon represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film critiques modern digital capitalism and the performative nature of social media. It examines the superficiality inherent in contemporary Western social structures.

Does Deadcon include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters dealing with physical disabilities or neurodivergence. Mental health conditions are not central to the narrative.

Present on Screen

Offers a thematic critique of modern digital capitalism and the performative nature of social media culture.

Limited or Absent

Lacks visible markers of characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity or intentional demographic subversion.
Provides no evidence of diverse racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ identities within the character ensemble.

Official Synopsis

The horrors and isolation of being a social media influencer run rampant when a collection of YouTube and Instagram stars soon discover there are things scarier than thousands of teenagers armed with phones asking for selfies.

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