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Suzzanna: Buried Alive

Suzzanna: Buried Alive

Representation Score

3.8/10

Limited

2018

TV-MA

Director

Anggy Umbara, Rocky Soraya

Runtime

125 minutes

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Suzzanna: Buried Alive is a genre-driven horror film that prioritizes the revival of a local cinematic icon over social commentary. It maintains cultural authenticity by centering Indonesian settings and casting, avoiding Western-centric norms. However, the film stays within conventional narrative boundaries, lacking representation for LGBTQ+ individuals and characters with disabilities. It also adheres to traditional gender stereotypes without challenging social hierarchies.

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Category Breakdown

Does Suzzanna: Buried Alive have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-straight identities. It sticks to a traditional supernatural horror framework without addressing queer identities.

How does Suzzanna: Buried Alive portray gender?

Fair

The narrative focuses on the legendary Suzzanna, giving her significant control through her role as a supernatural agent. However, the film largely follows traditional gender stereotypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Suzzanna: Buried Alive?

Good

The film features a predominantly Indonesian cast and setting, avoiding Western-centric casting norms. It emphasizes regional narrative sovereignty by centering an indigenous cinematic icon.

How does Suzzanna: Buried Alive represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot is deeply rooted in local spiritual beliefs and supernatural themes. It functions as a standard thriller without critiquing systemic power or traditional institutions.

Does Suzzanna: Buried Alive include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no portrayal of characters with visible or invisible disabilities having significant roles. The focus remains on supernatural elements and criminal actions.

Present on Screen

  • Strong ethnic specificity through a predominantly Indonesian cast and setting.
  • Avoids Western-centric casting norms by centering an indigenous cinematic icon.
  • Maintains cultural authenticity through its focus on local spiritualism.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks representation for LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight identities.
  • Provides no visible or invisible disability representation with character's ability to drive the story.
  • Adheres to traditional gender stereotypes rather than subverting social hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

Satria's employees intend to rob his house when he is out of the country but their robbery turns into murder when they find Suzzanna in the house as they bury her body in the backyard.

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