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The Documentary

The Documentary

2017

Director

Walter Moise

Runtime

82 minutes

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Synopsis

D. stalks Sandra but she doesn't know it. She does think that D. is a documentary filmmaker having her be in film about conquering fear. Little does she know that D. is not who he claims to be, and far worse.

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Overall Score

4.0/10

Fair


Category Breakdown

LGBTQ+ Representation

Limited

The film lacks explicit evidence of LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisnormative identities. The plot focuses on a predatory dynamic between a stalker and a protagonist, leaving queer identities unconfirmed.

Gender Representation

Fair

Sandra, a female protagonist, is the central figure of this psychological game. However, the found-footage horror style often places women in positions of vulnerability rather than subverting traditional gender hierarchies.

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

Fair

The inclusion of Christine Nguyen in the cast suggests some racial diversity within the ensemble. Beyond this, there is little information regarding how the film addresses broader social or racial contexts.

Religious & Cultural Diversity

Limited

The narrative centers on individual psychological terror and deception. It offers no visible critique of Western institutions, capitalism, or organized religion, focusing instead on personal fear.

Disability Representation

Minimal

There is no information available regarding characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The film's cast and synopsis do not address neurodivergence or chronic health conditions.

Strengths

  • The cast includes Christine Nguyen, providing some racial diversity within the ensemble.
  • The film places a female protagonist at the center of the narrative.

Areas for Improvement

  • The narrative lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or queer perspectives.
  • The plot relies on traditional horror tropes that often position women in roles of vulnerability.
  • There is a lack of engagement with systemic, cultural, or sociopolitical themes.

AI Analysis

The film operates as a narrow, genre-specific thriller that prioritizes high-tension conflict over complex character development. The found-footage format and isolated plot structure naturally limit the scope for intersectional storytelling or broad demographic representation. While the casting of Christine Nguyen provides a degree of racial variety, the narrative remains focused on a singular, predatory relationship. This focus prevents the exploration of diverse social identities or systemic critiques. Ultimately, the film does not appear to intentionally disrupt social hierarchies. It functions as a standard horror piece where the primary goal is psychological terror rather than progressive social commentary.

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