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Catacomba

Name: Catacomba
Director: Roberto Albanesi, Lorenzo Lepori
Released: 2016
Duration: 70 min

Representation Score

3.3/10

Limited

2016

Director

Roberto Albanesi, Lorenzo Lepori

Runtime

70 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Catacomba is a localized horror film that emphasizes psychological tension over social commentary. The narrative focuses on an individual's disturbing experience rather than diverse representation. The film follows conventional horror clichés without disrupting traditional social hierarchies. It lacks the intentionality needed to address broader demographic or cultural themes. Ultimately, the work serves as a narrow, character-driven exploration of fear, with limited engagement on diverse representation and social critique.

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Category Breakdown

Does Catacomba have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include explicit LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that address non-straight identities. The main character's journey does not involve exploring queer identities.

How does Catacomba portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a male protagonist working in a hair salon. Female characters are present but do not challenge traditional gender roles or hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Catacomba?

Limited

As an Italian production, the film does not provide specific details about ethnic diversity. The casting seems to follow typical patterns within a European horror context.

How does Catacomba represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative adheres to a standard psychological horror framework without promoting or critiquing religious or patriotic institutions. It focuses on internal tension rather than external influences.

Does Catacomba include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities. There are no plot elements or character arcs that center around disability issues.

Present on Screen

The film maintains a focused narrative scope centered on psychological tension.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks intentional engagement with LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight narratives.
There is a lack of visible racial and ethnic diversity among the characters.
The story does not attempt to subvert traditional gender roles or hierarchies.
The narrative fails to engage with broader cultural, religious, or systemic critiques.

Official Synopsis

A boy goes to a hairdresser and reads a comic while waiting for his turn. The comic's episodes are interspersed with the boy's wait, which becomes increasingly dangerous and disturbing.

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