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The Unheard

Name: The Unheard
Director: Jeffrey A. Brown
Released: 2023
Duration: 124 min

Representation Score

3.4/10

Limited

2023

TV-MA

Director

Jeffrey A. Brown

Runtime

124 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film focuses on the psychological experience of a sensory-impaired protagonist, providing meaningful representation within the realm of disability. This focus moves the character beyond a peripheral role. However, the narrative lacks breadth in other multi-layered areas, such as LGBTQ+ themes, racial diversity, or challenging traditional gender roles. The work leans toward individual psychological mystery rather than broad social critique, resulting in a score that reflects moderate, niche inclusion.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Unheard have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or narratives that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does The Unheard portray gender?

Fair

Chloe Grayden is a strong female lead who drives the plot forward. However, the film does not challenge traditional gender roles or hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Unheard?

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the racial or ethnic composition of the characters. Consequently, no patterns of inclusion or whitewashing can be identified.

How does The Unheard represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story delves into the subjective nature of reality and questions about objective truth through auditory hallucinations. It may also touch on critiques of institutional authority via its medical themes.

Does The Unheard include disability representation?

Good

The plot centers on hearing impairment and the use of medical technology. By making a sensory disability central to the story, the film gives the protagonist significant control over the narrative.

Present on Screen

The film centers a sensory disability at the heart of the narrative, providing the protagonist with significant control over the story.
The story explores complex themes of subjective reality and the reliability of perception.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or narratives that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.
There is no evidence of racial or ethnic diversity within the character descriptions.
The narrative does not actively work to challenge traditional gender roles or hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

Chloe Grayden undergoes an experimental procedure to restore her hearing. Soon she begins to suffer from auditory hallucinations related to the disappearance of her mother.

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