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The Fear Footage

Name: The Fear Footage
Director: Ricky Umberger
Released: 2018
Duration: 71 min

Representation Score

0.3/10

Minimal

2018

Director

Ricky Umberger

Runtime

71 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Fear Footage is a niche found-footage horror film that prioritizes genre conventions over social complexity. The plot revolves around the disappearance of Deputy Leo Cole, using body camera footage to create suspense. Since the film focuses on the mechanics of a missing person mystery involving clowns and haunted houses, it lacks the character depth needed to explore identity. The narrative adheres to a singular, traditional focus rather than attempting to deconstruct social hierarchies. Ultimately, the film functions as a standard genre piece. It does not demonstrate intentional narrative disruption or the inclusion of multi-layered identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Fear Footage have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. The story focuses solely on the procedural mystery of a missing deputy.

How does The Fear Footage portray gender?

Limited

The story centers on a male protagonist, Deputy Leo Cole, and relies on traditional masculine archetypes within a law enforcement setting.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Fear Footage?

Minimal

There is no indication of a diverse cast or characters of different races or ethnicities. The ensemble lacks racial or ethnic variety.

How does The Fear Footage represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film uses a standard Western law enforcement framework. It lacks evidence of systemic critique or diverse cultural perspectives.

Does The Fear Footage include disability representation?

Minimal

No neurodivergent characters or individuals with physical or sensory disabilities are present in the narrative.

Present on Screen

The film uses an immersive found-footage format through body camera perspectives.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks demographic variety and diverse character representation.
The film relies on conventional gender archetypes and traditional masculine roles.
There is no evidence of multi-layered identities or systemic social critiques.

Official Synopsis

On April 19th, 2016, Deputy Leo Cole vanished. The next morning, his body camera was found.

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