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Night of the Little Dead

Name: Night of the Little Dead
Director: Ezekiel Zabrowski, Frank Ippolito
Released: 2011
Duration: 11 min

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

2011

Director

Ezekiel Zabrowski, Frank Ippolito

Runtime

11 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Night of the Little Dead functions as a typical low-budget horror film. While the cast includes a mix of character actors providing some racial diversity, the film lacks depth and intentionality in its portrayal of social representation. The production relies heavily on well-known horror formulas and a male-dominated cast, avoiding any disruption of traditional hierarchies or exploration of complex multi-layered identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Night of the Little Dead have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with LGBTQ+ identities or those who do not identify with their assigned gender at birth. It focuses on traditional horror themes without addressing queer issues.

How does Night of the Little Dead portray gender?

Limited

The cast is predominantly male, with notable actors like Penn Jillette and Bill Moseley. The film does not challenge traditional gender roles or stereotypes.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Night of the Little Dead?

Limited

The film includes a diverse range of character actors, such as Aye Jaye and Martin Klebba. However, these roles do not provide detailed information about the characters' ability to influence the plot or their multi-layered identities.

How does Night of the Little Dead represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative emphasizes survivalist horror clichés rather than cultural critique. It does not address traditional family structures or Western institutions.

Does Night of the Little Dead include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The film does not use disability as a narrative tool.

Present on Screen

The film features a diverse cast of character actors, moving away from a homogeneous lineup.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks meaningful representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth narratives.
Gender representation is limited by a heavily male-dominated cast and traditional archetypes.
The film does not provide narrative complexity regarding racial ability to act and multi-layered depth.

Official Synopsis

It's the little things that getcha.

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