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The Good Things Devils Do

The Good Things Devils Do

2020

Director

Jess Norvisgaard

Runtime

81 minutes

Average Rating

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Synopsis

It was supposed to be one last heist but it shouldn't be a surprise that a burglary in Transylvania County would be interrupted by an ancient vampire's awakening, resulting in a night of terror.

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Diversity & Representation

Overall Score

3.2/10

Limited


Category Breakdown

LGBTQ+ Representation

Limited

The film lacks explicit evidence of LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It appears to follow standard horror conventions that prioritize visceral thrills over identity-based exploration.

Gender Representation

Fair

The heist-driven plot utilizes traditional genre tropes. While female leads are present, there is no confirmation of whether they possess agency or function within standard victim roles.

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

Limited

The cast does not indicate a non-white majority. While David Rucker III is included, the narrative does not prioritize racial blending or the deconstruction of hierarchies.

Religious & Cultural Diversity

Limited

The story relies on established Western horror traditions like vampirism. It lacks narratives that challenge institutional structures or explore subjective morality beyond standard terror tropes.

Disability Representation

Minimal

There is no discernible evidence regarding the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities. No characters are defined by their relationship to disability.

Strengths

  • Features genre veterans like Linnea Quigley and Kane Hodder.
  • Utilizes classic, recognizable horror motifs such as vampirism.

Areas for Improvement

  • Lacks explicit LGBTQ+ representation or non-cisnormative narratives.
  • Does not prioritize racial blending or the deconstruction of racial hierarchies.
  • Fails to provide evidence of subverting traditional gendered archetypes or leadership roles.
  • Does not explore anti-Western or secularist narratives that challenge institutional structures.

AI Analysis

The film functions as a traditional horror piece, leaning heavily on established genre archetypes like the vampire and the heist. The narrative focus remains on suspense and supernatural conflict rather than the subversion of social or identity-based hierarchies. Representation across most categories remains at a baseline level. The creative direction and cast choices suggest a commitment to classic horror tropes rather than progressive social commentary or intersectional storytelling. Ultimately, the work adheres to conventional morality and Western genre traditions, offering little in the way of systemic critique or diverse identity exploration.

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