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Dug Up

Name: Dug Up
Director: Dustin Rikert
Released: 2013
Duration: 88 min

Representation Score

3.7/10

Limited

2013

Director

Dustin Rikert

Runtime

88 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Dug Up serves as a localized, character-focused genre comedy that adheres to traditional horror-comedy themes. The film lacks intentional characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity or the dismantling of social hierarchies. It appears to be an independent work that emphasizes situational chaos rather than progressive social frameworks. The film doesn’t show any clear signs of moral relativism or anti-institutional sentiments.

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Category Breakdown

Does Dug Up have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film doesn't provide any clear information about LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender roles. It stays neutral, fitting the typical scope of small-scale genre comedies.

How does Dug Up portray gender?

Fair

The story centers around three residents during a zombie outbreak. There is no clear indication of female empowerment or the breaking down of traditional masculine roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Dug Up?

Limited

Set in a rural area, the film doesn't show any evidence of diverse casts or actors from different backgrounds. It seems to follow the usual homogeneous casting seen in independent horror films.

How does Dug Up represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot uses standard zombie themes focused on chaotic situations. It doesn't offer any direct criticism of religion, capitalism, or Western societal structures.

Does Dug Up include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The film also lacks any portrayal of neurodivergent conditions or chronic illnesses.

Present on Screen

The film features a strong character-driven ensemble through its central trio of residents.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks clear evidence of intentional characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.
The rural setting and genre clichés suggest a lack of racial and ethnic diversity.
There is no visible representation of disability or neurodivergence.

Official Synopsis

Chaos takes over a rural town after a trio of residents accidentally conjure a zombie outbreak.

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