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My Blood

Name: My Blood
Director: Julien Deka, Ben Deka
Released: 2019
Duration: 17 min

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

2019

Director

Julien Deka, Ben Deka

Runtime

17 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

My Blood operates within the established boundaries of the horror genre, focusing on supernatural conflict and familial protection. The narrative structure relies heavily on traditional formulas rather than challenging social norms. While the film introduces Mathilde as a central figure with urgent ability to act, the core conflict revolves around a demonic crisis. This focus prioritizes genre-standard tension over deeper storytelling. Overall, the film lacks specific representation of diverse identities, functioning instead as a conventional domestic horror tale.

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Category Breakdown

Does My Blood have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with non-straight identities or same-sex relationships. The family dynamics follow typical structures.

How does My Blood portray gender?

Fair

Mathilde plays a crucial role as a mother driving the plot. However, the story relies on male characters coming in to offer protection and intervention.

How racially and ethnically diverse is My Blood?

Minimal

The setting is a desolate North American city, but there is no specific mention of racial or ethnic identities. There is no clear evidence of diverse ethnic representation.

How does My Blood represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story involves demonic possession, which often relies on traditional religious frameworks. It highlights socioeconomic struggles through its urban, run-down setting.

Does My Blood include disability representation?

Limited

The daughter's possession serves as a central plot device. This risks using a condition as a supernatural metaphor rather than offering a nuanced portrayal.

Present on Screen

Mathilde acts as a central figure with high-stakes ability to act.
The setting explores themes of socioeconomic desperation and urban instability.

Limited or Absent

The narrative relies on traditional gendered clichés of male protection.
Supernatural affliction risks being used as a shallow plot device.
The film lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ or diverse ethnic identities.

Official Synopsis

On a cold winter's night, William and his teenage son, Jake, enter a run-down house in a desolate section of a North-American city. Once inside, they find Mathilde, a desperate single mother who needs their help to save her daughter suffering from demonic possession.

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