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Soul Hunters

Name: Soul Hunters
Director: Arturo Acevedo-Smith, Adrian Acevedo-Smith
Released: 2019
Duration: 101 min

Representation Score

0.6/10

Minimal

2019

Director

Arturo Acevedo-Smith, Adrian Acevedo-Smith

Runtime

101 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Soul Hunters functions as a conventional genre-driven action-thriller. It relies heavily on established archetypes, particularly the disgraced special forces agent, to propel its supernatural conflict. The film does not intentionally represent diverse identities. There is no clear evidence of diverse casting, non-traditional gender roles, or disruption of conventional social hierarchies. Ultimately, the narrative adheres to predictable genre conventions. It prioritizes the mechanics of a supernatural contract and personal vendettas over exploring diverse identities or systemic power dynamics.

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Category Breakdown

Does Soul Hunters have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. The plot revolves around a supernatural contract and professional conflicts.

How does Soul Hunters portray gender?

Limited

The story centers on a male protagonist who fits the disgraced soldier archetype. It lacks diverse gender roles and does not challenge traditional gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Soul Hunters?

Minimal

The racial and ethnic makeup of the cast is not specified. While the directors' names hint at possible diversity, the story does not provide specific character details.

How does Soul Hunters represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film uses a dark fantasy setting involving a demon. However, it relies on typical Western action clichés rather than critiquing specific cultural or religious institutions.

Does Soul Hunters include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication that neurodivergence or physical disabilities are part of the character arcs. Mental health conditions are not central to the narrative.

Present on Screen

Uses a dark fantasy framework that avoids singular religious morality.

Limited or Absent

Include more diverse gender roles and non-traditional characters.
Challenge established Western action clichés and archetypes.
Integrate neurodivergence or physical disabilities into character arcs.
Provide evidence of diverse racial and ethnic casting within the narrative.

Official Synopsis

A disgraced ex special forces agent turns to a demon that offers him a job as a soul hunter. Chaos ensues when a former associate goes on a killing spree with the soul hunter as his main target.

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