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The Wickeds

Name: The Wickeds
Director: John Poague
Released: 2005
Duration: 86 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

2005

Director

John Poague

Runtime

86 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Wickeds follows the standard horror conventions of the early 2000s, emphasizing survivalist clichés over diverse representation. The narrative structure relies on well-known horror formulas without challenging social hierarchies. The film lacks diverse representation, including LGBTQ+ identities, racial diversity, and disability inclusion. It focuses solely on the immediate threat of zombies.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Wickeds have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film centers on teenagers and grave robbers in a survivalist horror scenario. There is no evidence of non-binary gender identities or same-sex relationships in the story.

How does The Wickeds portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around an ensemble facing zombies. It does not challenge traditional gender roles or power structures.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Wickeds?

Limited

The cast includes seven teenagers and two grave robbers. The film takes a conventional approach to casting, lacking diverse characters with significant roles.

How does The Wickeds represent religion and culture?

Limited

The setting is typical of horror films without any critique of Western culture. There is no indication of anti-Western or secular themes.

Does The Wickeds include disability representation?

Minimal

Characters are portrayed solely through the lens of physical survival and mobility. There is no mention of mental health conditions, chronic illnesses, or visible disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film adheres to established horror genre conventions of its time.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks intentionality regarding diverse identities.
There is a notable absence of racial diversity and disability representation.
The film fails to engage with or critique systemic social hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

Seven teenagers travel to an old, decrepit house, the site of a horror movie set and rumored to be haunted. But when two grave robbers arrive seeking refuge from an army of the living dead, it becomes the ultimate fight for survival.

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