They Call Him Mister Babadook: The Making of The Babadook

The film focuses on technical and psychological production aspects rather than identity. It avoids assumptions about straight relationships and lacks intentional narratives or representations that include diverse gender identities.

The documentary highlights Jennifer Kent's creative leadership and control over technical and psychological filmmaking. It challenges the typical male dominance in horror films by showcasing a woman's command over the production process.

The production reflects a specific Australian independent film context. The interviewed crew and cast appear largely homogeneous, showing a lack of visible diversity based on race or ethnicity.

The film explores nuanced themes of motherhood and grief. It prioritizes psychological realism and complex morality over traditional moral structures or Western cultural critiques.

The documentary treats mental health and psychological trauma with complexity. It avoids reductive stereotypes by discussing how different mental conditions are portrayed through cinematic techniques.