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Little Monsters

Little Monsters

Representation Score

4.7/10

Fair

2019

R

Director

Abe Forsythe

Runtime

94 minutes

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Little Monsters stands out as a genre-blending piece by challenging traditional protector clichés. By centering a Black female protagonist with high ability to act, the film rises above typical horror fare. While the film successfully incorporates diverse perspectives, it does not explicitly engage with broader social critiques. The narrative remains focused on a localized survival scenario rather than systemic issues.

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Category Breakdown

Does Little Monsters have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film follows traditional approaches to romantic and sexual relationships, focusing on heterosexual couples. It does not feature LGBTQ+ characters with significant roles or narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Little Monsters portray gender?

Good

The narrative challenges traditional gender roles by placing a female protagonist at the center as the main protector. She demonstrates strong ability to act and physical prowess throughout the story.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Little Monsters?

Excellent

Casting Lupita Nyong'o in the lead role adds significant depth by reflecting her racial background. The film ensures that characters of color are not relegated to secondary or stereotypical roles.

How does Little Monsters represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story maintains a conventional focus on family structures and biological imperatives, avoiding any critique of social or religious institutions. It does not engage with broader ideological issues.

Does Little Monsters include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not prominently depict characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Instead, the characters are defined by their ability to function effectively in the face of the outbreak.

Present on Screen

  • The lead role provides significant depth through race-conscious casting.
  • The female protagonist subverts the 'damsel in distress' cliché through high ability to act.
  • The film avoids relegating characters of color to secondary roles.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks visibility or ability to act for LGBTQ+ characters.
  • There is no engagement with or critique of social or religious institutions.
  • The film lacks representation of characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A washed-up musician teams up with a teacher and a kids show personality to protect young children from a sudden outbreak of zombies.

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