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Molly Moon and the Incredible Book of Hypnotism

Molly Moon and the Incredible Book of Hypnotism

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

2015

PG

Director

Christopher N. Rowley

Runtime

98 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

Molly Moon and the Incredible Book of Hypnotism is a traditional children's fantasy that primarily challenges gender norms. By focusing on a young girl who wields significant power and influence over adults, the film subverts typical gender hierarchies. However, the film remains largely homogeneous in its casting and setting, offering minimal representation for LGBTQ+ identities or people with disabilities. This limits the overall scope of the story. Ultimately, while the protagonist's empowerment offers a powerful critique of traditional gender roles, the film's adherence to conventional casting and social structures leads to a narrower perspective.

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Category Breakdown

Does Molly Moon and the Incredible Book of Hypnotism have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-straight relationships. It focuses on a traditional family structure without addressing diverse sexual orientations.

How does Molly Moon and the Incredible Book of Hypnotism portray gender?

Good

Molly Moon challenges traditional gender roles by serving as a strong female protagonist. She uses hypnotism to gain control over adult authority figures.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Molly Moon and the Incredible Book of Hypnotism?

Limited

The film features a mostly homogenous cast with little effort to include diverse backgrounds or characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.

How does Molly Moon and the Incredible Book of Hypnotism represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story examines moral flexibility through the use of hypnosis to bypass societal norms. It emphasizes disrupting traditional social order and institutional norms.

Does Molly Moon and the Incredible Book of Hypnotism include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any visible or invisible disabilities or neurodivergence. Disability is not a central theme in the narrative.

Present on Screen

  • The film centers on a young female protagonist who has significant control and specialized abilities.
  • Molly Moon overturns traditional power dynamics by gaining control over adult authority figures.

Limited or Absent

  • The cast lacks racial and ethnic diversity, featuring a predominantly homogenous group.
  • There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight characters.
  • The narrative does not include portrayals of disability, neurodivergence, or chronic illness.

Official Synopsis

An orphan who practices hypnosis faces off against a bank robber who wants her book on the art form.

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