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Hocus Pocus 2

Hocus Pocus 2

Representation Score

8.1/10

Excellent

2022

PG

Director

Anne Fletcher

Runtime

104 minutes

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Hocus Pocus 2 places women's ability to drive the story and the power of sisterhood at the center of its magical conflict, subverting traditional power structures. The film also provides a critical look at how modern society commodifies cultural heritage, presenting Salem as a commercialized tourist destination. However, it lacks depth in representing multi-layered identities, with minimal focus on LGBTQ+ characters or disabilities within the main storyline.

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Category Breakdown

Does Hocus Pocus 2 have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on the Sanderson sisters and high school students, with no explicit depiction of same-sex intimacy or non-traditional gender identities. However, the absence of straight-centered romance allows for potential exploration of diverse identities.

How does Hocus Pocus 2 portray gender?

Good

The narrative centers around the female characters, particularly the Sanderson sisters, who maintain intellectual and magical dominance. They challenge the typical male hero archetype by taking control of the story’s progression.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Hocus Pocus 2?

Good

Salem is portrayed as a multicultural town through inclusive casting, avoiding the typical white-centric depictions of historical settings. This contrasts the diverse present-day Salem with the sisters' 17th-century origins.

How does Hocus Pocus 2 represent religion and culture?

Good

The film critiques the commercialization of history by presenting Salem as a tourist trap. It portrays the witches as figures trying to reclaim autonomy from capitalist structures, complicating the moral narrative.

Does Hocus Pocus 2 include disability representation?

Fair

Characters with unique traits appear in the comedic ensemble, but they lack a significant role in driving the story. There is limited integration of neurodivergence or physical disability into the central character arcs.

Present on Screen

  • Emphasis on women's ability to drive the story and the power of sisterhood.
  • Critique of the commercialization of cultural history.
  • Diverse casting for the modern Salem setting.

Limited or Absent

  • Need for explicit LGBTQ+ representation.
  • More ability to act for characters with disabilities or neurodivergent traits.
  • Greater focus on multi-layered identity politics.

Official Synopsis

29 years since the Black Flame Candle was last lit, the 17th-century Sanderson sisters are resurrected, and they are looking for revenge. Now it's up to three high school students to stop the ravenous witches from wreaking a new kind of havoc on Salem before dawn on All Hallow's Eve.

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