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The Monster

The Monster

Representation Score

1.9/10

Minimal

1925

Passed

Director

Roland West

Runtime

86 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Monster is a product of its time, using a traditional narrative structure that centers on a singular, male-driven mystery. The film follows the standard demographic and social compositions of 1920s cinema. It does not aim to challenge existing social hierarchies or promote progressive values. Instead, it relies on well-established clichés of the mystery and horror genres without adding layers of complexity. Ultimately, the film operates within a conventional framework that upholds the social norms of its era rather than challenging them.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Monster have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-binary genders or same-sex relationships. It sticks closely to the assumption that everyone is straight and cisgender, which was common during the silent film era.

How does The Monster portray gender?

Limited

The story focuses on a male protagonist's journey and his role in solving the mystery. It emphasizes traditional gender roles by making the male character the main driver of the plot.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Monster?

Limited

The film seems to lack significant racial diversity. There is no indication of actors playing roles outside their traditional backgrounds or providing depth to characters based on multiple identities.

How does The Monster represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative follows a conventional Western mystery format. It adheres to familiar mystery clichés without questioning Western cultural assumptions or moral relativism.

Does The Monster include disability representation?

Limited

The film includes a scene set in an asylum, suggesting themes related to mental health. However, these elements are used more for creating an eerie atmosphere than for portraying nuanced views of neurodivergence.

Present on Screen

  • The film offers a clear, focused mystery centered around a central protagonist's investigative journey.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks racial and ethnic diversity, focusing instead on a localized, traditional Western setting.
  • Gender roles are limited, with the plot driven almost exclusively by men's control over the story and competence.
  • Mental health themes are used as atmospheric horror devices rather than meaningful character representations.
  • There is no evidence of LGBTQ+ representation or non-cisgender identities.

Official Synopsis

A general store clerk and aspiring detective investigates a mysterious disappearance that took place quite close to an empty insane asylum.

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