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Ghosthunters: On Icy Trails

Name: Ghosthunters: On Icy Trails
Director: Tobi Baumann
Released: 2015
Duration: 99 min

Representation Score

4.0/10

Fair

2015

Director

Tobi Baumann

Runtime

99 minutes

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Ghosthunters: On Icy Trails follows a traditional family adventure format that adheres to genre-standard clichés. Although Hetty's professional expertise disrupts gendered archetypes, the film does not delve into complex social representation or multi-layered identity. The narrative emphasizes teamwork and bravery against supernatural threats while upholding conventional Western storytelling norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does Ghosthunters: On Icy Trails have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a conventional adventure structure. There is no indication of non-straight gender identities or same-sex romantic relationships among the main characters.

How does Ghosthunters: On Icy Trails portray gender?

Fair

Hetty stands out as a professional ghosthunter, which challenges the usual male-dominated heroism clichés by placing a woman in a leadership role.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Ghosthunters: On Icy Trails?

Limited

The cast reflects typical ensemble clichés for mid-2010s family media. The story does not blend races intentionally or use non-human species as ethnic metaphors.

How does Ghosthunters: On Icy Trails represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story centers on local threats and community cooperation, reinforcing traditional values without engaging with broader critiques of religion or Western institutions.

Does Ghosthunters: On Icy Trails include disability representation?

Minimal

None of the characters have physical or mental disabilities. Tom's fearfulness is used as a standard comedic device rather than a nuanced portrayal of living with a disability.

Present on Screen

Hetty challenges traditional gender roles by taking on a professional leadership position.
The film promotes positive values such as teamwork and community cooperation.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks meaningful representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight dynamics.
There is no intentional racial diversity or multi-layered identity in the casting.
Comedic traits like fearfulness are used as clichés rather than nuanced portrayals of disability.

Official Synopsis

They couldn't be more different, the members of the trio that allies in the fight against an Ancient Ice Ghost (AIG): Tom, an easily scared boy, Hetty, a professional ghosthunter and the loveable, but pretty slimy Hugo - a ghost. Will the team manage to save their town from the next ice age?

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