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Latched

Name: Latched
Director: Rob Brunner, Justin Harding
Released: 2017
Duration: 17 min

Representation Score

1.6/10

Minimal

2017

Director

Rob Brunner, Justin Harding

Runtime

17 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Latched is a genre-bending drama centered on the psychological tensions of motherhood and creative obsession. By focusing on a female choreographer dealing with supernatural disruptions, the film avoids traditional, passive portrayals of femininity. However, the film operates within a narrow domestic framework. It lacks the breadth needed to address broader social identities, such as LGBTQ+ representation or specific racial dynamics, leaving much of the ensemble's identity unexplored. Ultimately, the film's strength lies in its psychological depth regarding maternal instincts, but it remains a focused, individualistic character study rather than a work of systemic critique.

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Category Breakdown

Does Latched have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters or themes related to LGBTQ+ identities or queer experiences.

How does Latched portray gender?

Fair

A female protagonist drives the narrative, exploring the psychological pressures of motherhood and creative obsession. This portrayal moves away from passive feminine stereotypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Latched?

Minimal

No information is available about the racial makeup of the cast. While Jarrett Siddall is part of the ensemble, there is no verification of diverse character dynamics.

How does Latched represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story challenges idealized views of the nuclear family through themes of domestic distress. However, it does not explicitly explore secular or anti-institutional themes.

Does Latched include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not specifically address neurodivergence or physical disabilities. The protagonist's obsession is portrayed as a typical horror character trait rather than a disability study.

Present on Screen

Focuses on a complex female protagonist navigating psychological and maternal pressures.
Challenges idealized views of the nuclear family through themes of obsession and domestic distress.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or queer-coded narratives.
Provides insufficient information regarding racial diversity and multi-layered character dynamics.
Does not explicitly address disability or neurodivergence.

Official Synopsis

An obsessive choreographer on a creative retreat with her toddler awakens a fairy corpse with disturbing intentions

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