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The Jigsaw

Name: The Jigsaw
Director: Basil Al-Safar, Rashad Al-Safar
Released: 2014
Duration: 9 min

Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

2014

Director

Basil Al-Safar, Rashad Al-Safar

Runtime

9 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film follows a conventional horror structure that adheres to established cinematic norms. The narrative focuses on mystery and supernatural elements rather than integrating complex, multi-layered identities. While the cast includes performers from different ethnic backgrounds, the film does not show a consistent effort to challenge social norms or provide meaningful representation for underrepresented groups. The story centers on a single male character within a standard horror framework, which limits the roles of other characters.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Jigsaw have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories about non-binary gender identities. It follows a typical horror storyline centered around a supernatural object.

How does The Jigsaw portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a single male protagonist facing a supernatural threat. Female characters do not play a significant role in driving the plot.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Jigsaw?

Limited

The cast includes performers from various ethnic backgrounds, but the film does not clearly move away from Western horror clichés.

How does The Jigsaw represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot relies on well-known Western horror archetypes and traditional cautionary tales. There is no specific cultural or secular critique presented.

Does The Jigsaw include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about the portrayal of physical, neurodivergent, or mental health conditions in this film.

Present on Screen

The cast features performers from various ethnic backgrounds.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks LGBTQ+ representation and stories about non-binary gender identities.
The story focuses on a single male protagonist, limiting the roles of female characters.
The film relies on standard Western horror archetypes.
There is no representation of disabilities or neurodivergent conditions.

Official Synopsis

The purchase of a mystery Jigsaw Puzzle from a strange and unsettling vendor leads a man to an evening of frightening consequences.

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