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Hayride

Name: Hayride
Director: Terron R. Parsons
Released: 2012
Duration: 93 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

2012

Not Rated

Director

Terron R. Parsons

Runtime

93 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Hayride operates as a conventional slasher within the low-budget horror genre. While the cast shows some racial integration, the narrative structure remains rooted in traditional storytelling frameworks. The focus is on a masculine-centered arc, centering a male protagonist in a standard thriller setup. This approach prioritizes genre clichés over the deconstruction of systemic hierarchies or progressive social values. Ultimately, the film functions as a standard genre piece that utilizes familiar Western settings without attempting to subvert cultural norms or provide deep characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Hayride have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not explore LGBTQ+ identities or narratives that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender. It follows traditional genre clichés without delving into queer perspectives.

How does Hayride portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on a male college student facing external threats. Female characters do not play a significant role in driving the plot or subvert traditional gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Hayride?

Limited

The cast includes actors like Corlandos Scott and Jeremy Sande, indicating some racial integration. However, the film does not provide depth regarding the multi-layered roles of these characters.

How does Hayride represent religion and culture?

Limited

The setting relies on the familiarity of traditional Western seasonal celebrations. It does not critique Western institutions or religious structures.

Does Hayride include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities within the narrative or cast.

Present on Screen

The ensemble cast includes a degree of racial integration through actors like Corlandos Scott and Jeremy Sande.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks significant roles for female characters, focusing instead on a traditional male-centered arc.
The film does not include LGBTQ+ identities or narratives that challenge traditional assumptions.
There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
The story adheres to standard genre clichés rather than exploring complex cultural or multi-layered themes.

Official Synopsis

A college student returning home for Halloween is forced to face his childhood fears when an escaped killer takes refuge in his family's "Haunted Hayride".

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