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Witchcraft XV: Blood Rose

Name: Witchcraft XV: Blood Rose
Director: David Palmieri
Released: 2017
Duration: 81 min

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

2017

Not Rated

Director

David Palmieri

Runtime

81 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Witchcraft XV: Blood Rose adheres strictly to direct-to-video horror clichés. While the film centers its conflict around two women with supernatural abilities, it remains confined to established archetypes like the 'seductress.' The film lacks diversity, offering no visible representation for LGBTQ+, racial, or disabled characters. The narrative prioritizes supernatural hierarchies over any meaningful social or systemic critique. Ultimately, the work functions as a standard genre piece, utilizing female characters as primary drivers of the plot but failing to go beyond conventional horror frameworks.

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Category Breakdown

Does Witchcraft XV: Blood Rose have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on supernatural themes and does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or identities that challenge straight-centered assumptions.

How does Witchcraft XV: Blood Rose portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on two women, Rose and Sharon, but it relies on conventional gendered clichés, such as the 'seductress' archetype.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Witchcraft XV: Blood Rose?

Minimal

The film provides no information about the racial or ethnic makeup of its cast. There is no evidence of intentional inclusion of diverse racial or ethnic backgrounds.

How does Witchcraft XV: Blood Rose represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot involves occultism and the resurrection of Satan, following standard horror conventions without critiquing religious institutions.

Does Witchcraft XV: Blood Rose include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence suggesting the inclusion of characters with visible or invisible disabilities within the story.

Present on Screen

The film centers on female characters with supernatural powers, challenging traditional male-centric horror hierarchies.

Limited or Absent

The narrative relies on conventional gendered clichés, such as the 'seductress' cliché.
There is a complete lack of visible representation for LGBTQ+, racial, or disabled characters.
The story follows standard horror conventions rather than offering a deeper critique of social or cultural institutions.

Official Synopsis

Rose, a legacy witch, becomes a member of a local coven. Seductress Sharon uses her own powers to enter Roses' body and mind. She uses Rose unwillingly to steal people's souls. Her ultimate goal: resurrect Satan himself. Will Rose stop her sexy, evil rampage before it is too late?

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