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Unwanted

Name: Unwanted
Director: Paul Foster
Released: 2017
Duration: 73 min

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

2017

Director

Paul Foster

Runtime

73 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Unwanted is a traditional independent horror film that closely follows established genre conventions. The story structure relies on standard clichés, such as a couple uncovering secrets in an old house, which usually centers on a homogeneous group. The film lacks intentional multi-layered representation or the disruption of conventional social structures. While it features a prominent female cast, the power dynamics and social commentary remain unexplored within the available plot details. Overall, the production follows a conventional approach to storytelling. It does not seem to prioritize progressive social commentary or narrative subversion.

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Category Breakdown

Does Unwanted have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on a young couple without explicitly mentioning non-straight relationships. There is no indication of hidden messages suggesting non-straight relationships or narratives that challenge the idea that everyone is straight.

How does Unwanted portray gender?

Fair

The movie prominently features a female cast, but the story revolves around typical domestic survival scenarios. It's unclear whether the film challenges or reinforces traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Unwanted?

Limited

The cast and storyline do not show diversity or include non-Anglo-Saxon characters. The narrative follows a typical Western domestic horror theme centered on a homogeneous group.

How does Unwanted represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story fits within the standard haunted house genre. It doesn't clearly address anti-capitalist or anti-Western critiques related to property ownership.

Does Unwanted include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The film does not provide any information about characters with neurological or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

Features a prominent female cast including Wynter Fielder and Julia Foster.

Limited or Absent

Lacks evidence of racial or ethnic diversity within the cast and narrative.
Does not provide explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or hidden messages suggesting non-straight relationships.
Fails to include characters with visible or invisible disabilities.
Relies on traditional Western domestic horror themes rather than social critique.

Official Synopsis

A young couple happens upon an old house that has been on the market for a long time. Seeing a huge opportunity they jump on purchasing the house only to discover too late why the house remained empty all of those years. Every house has its secrets but some secrets should be left alone.

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