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Holy Terror

Name: Holy Terror
Director: Rich Mallery
Released: 2017
Duration: 77 min

Representation Score

0.2/10

Minimal

2017

Director

Rich Mallery

Runtime

77 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Holy Terror follows the typical conventions of supernatural horror, focusing on established genre clichés rather than social subversion. The narrative centers on a domestic tragedy involving grief and religious intervention, which follows a conventional path. The reliance on traditional religious and masculine stereotypes reinforces existing hierarchies rather than challenging them. Because the story adheres to these familiar theological and domestic frameworks, it lacks the depth needed to represent a broader range of human experiences.

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Category Breakdown

Does Holy Terror have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any non-binary or transgender characters. The story revolves around a traditional family unit with Molly and Tom.

How does Holy Terror portray gender?

Limited

Molly is the main emotional force in the story, but the narrative heavily relies on masculine stereotypes. The disgraced priest highlights traditional male authority.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Holy Terror?

Minimal

No information is available about the racial or ethnic makeup of the cast. Therefore, the diversity of the characters is unknown.

How does Holy Terror represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot reinforces traditional religious beliefs through the use of priesthood and exorcism. It follows established theological clichés without critiquing these institutions.

Does Holy Terror include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication of neurodivergence or physical disabilities. The disgraced priest’s status does not clearly represent a specific disability narrative.

Present on Screen

Molly is the primary emotional driver of the narrative.

Limited or Absent

The film heavily relies on traditional religious and masculine stereotypes.
There is a lack of representation for LGBTQ+ identities and diverse racial backgrounds.
The narrative follows conventional clichés instead of subverting social or religious hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

Believing their deceased son isn't at peace, Molly and Tom ask a medium to make contact. But after they invite a vengeful demon to cross over, the couple must enlist the help of a disgraced priest to attempt a dangerous exorcism.

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