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Darkness Reigns

Darkness Reigns

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2018

Director

Andrew P. Jones

Runtime

75 minutes

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Darkness Reigns sticks closely to the standard found-footage horror genre. The plot emphasizes atmospheric tension and the supernatural conflict of a cursed film crew over social or cultural commentary. While the cast includes a mix of races, the narrative does not use these identities to explore overlapping aspects of identity or power dynamics. The film primarily serves as a genre-driven piece, lacking the intention to disrupt traditional social hierarchies or engage with complex identity narratives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Darkness Reigns have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include explicit LGBTQ+ characters or stories that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender. Character identities seem less important compared to the main supernatural threat.

How does Darkness Reigns portray gender?

Fair

The film includes female leads, but the storyline follows a traditional horror format. Women do not take control or subvert leadership roles in the narrative.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Darkness Reigns?

Fair

The cast includes actors of different races, such as Linara Washington and Vanessa Leinani. However, race does not play a significant role in the development of character arcs or the plot.

How does Darkness Reigns represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story uses typical Western horror themes about the moral costs of ambition. It focuses on individual quests for fame without challenging cultural institutions.

Does Darkness Reigns include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available about the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities in this film.

Present on Screen

  • The cast features actors of different races, including Linara Washington and Vanessa Leinani.
  • The film includes female leads in its main cast.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks intentionality in exploring overlapping aspects of identity or complex social themes.
  • Character identities remain secondary to the supernatural plot and genre clichés.
  • The film adheres to traditional Western horror clichés rather than challenging them.

Official Synopsis

A film crew is ravaged by a demon, who is hell bent on cashing in on a deal he made with someone on set who was seeking fame and fortune.

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