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Haunt

Name: Haunt
Director: Mac Carter
Released: 2014
Duration: 86 min

Representation Score

2.7/10

Limited

2014

Director

Mac Carter

Runtime

86 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Haunt follows the standard conventions of independent horror, relying heavily on genre clichés. The narrative centers on a teenage protagonist and a romantic interest, following a predictable path. Since the film adheres to established clichés like the haunted house and domestic property ownership, it lacks intentional disruptions to challenge social hierarchies. There is no indication of efforts to expand representation metrics. Overall, the film functions as a conventional genre piece. It does not incorporate diverse character backgrounds or multi-layered casting to move beyond traditional Western narrative structures.

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Category Breakdown

Does Haunt have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The story revolves around a romantic relationship between a teenager and a neighbor. The film seems to follow a traditional structure that assumes everyone is straight or cisgender, without showing any non-cisgender identities.

How does Haunt portray gender?

Fair

The main character is a teenage boy. A female or non-binary neighbor is mentioned, but the film doesn't clearly address gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Haunt?

Minimal

There is no information about the racial or ethnic makeup of the cast. Therefore, the diversity of the characters' backgrounds cannot be determined.

How does Haunt represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film uses the Western haunted house cliché, focusing on family life and property ownership. It aligns with typical Western ideas about home and inheritance.

Does Haunt include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not mention neurodivergence, physical disabilities, or mental health issues. These elements do not play a central role in the story or character development.

Present on Screen

The film uses familiar horror clichés that provide a recognizable framework for genre fans.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks diverse character backgrounds and multi-layered casting.
The story follows conventional structures without challenging them.
There is no representation of neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Official Synopsis

An introverted teen sparks with his new neighbor, and together the couple begins to explore the haunted house that his family has unknowingly just purchased.

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