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The Harbinger

The Harbinger

Representation Score

4.0/10

Fair

2023

Director

Andy Mitton

Runtime

87 minutes

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The film 'The Harbinger' centers on a female protagonist's psychological journey, yet it adheres closely to traditional storytelling structures. It lacks diverse representation, focusing instead on a narrow perspective of identity and experience. While the film successfully highlights the protagonist's internal struggles, its reliance on a primarily white cast and traditional Western norms limits its ability to offer a broader range of perspectives. Additionally, the treatment of mental health issues through supernatural elements fails to provide nuanced representations of neurodivergence.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Harbinger have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-cisgender identities. It follows a traditional storyline focused on heterosexual relationships.

How does The Harbinger portray gender?

Fair

The story centers around a female protagonist's journey and internal struggles. However, it lacks detailed interactions between female characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Harbinger?

Limited

The cast is predominantly white, reflecting traditional Western cinema norms. There is little diversity in terms of race and ethnicity.

How does The Harbinger represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative focuses on individual grief and supernatural horror, staying within conventional psychological horror clichés. It does not delve into broader cultural or religious themes.

Does The Harbinger include disability representation?

Limited

Mental instability is portrayed through supernatural elements rather than realistic experiences of neurodivergence. There is no nuanced depiction of mental health issues.

Present on Screen

  • The film centers on a female protagonist's psychological journey and internal struggles.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks racial and ethnic diversity, featuring a predominantly white cast.
  • There is no representation of LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities.
  • Mental health themes are depicted through supernatural horror rather than nuanced depictions of neurodivergence.
  • The story lacks complex interpersonal dynamics between female characters.

Official Synopsis

Monique leaves her family quarantine to help a friend who’s suffering from terrible nightmares - but she learns too late that the bad dreams are contagious, along with the demon behind them.

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