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Them

Name: Them
Director: Xavier Palud, David Moreau
Released: 2006
Duration: 77 min

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

2006

Director

Xavier Palud, David Moreau

Runtime

77 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Them functions as a conventional survival-horror narrative that prioritizes physical tension over social exploration. The story structure relies on established genre clichés rather than deconstructing identity or hierarchy. By focusing on a localized, homogeneous couple in an isolated setting, the film adheres to traditional cinematic structures. It lacks intentional demographic expansion or the subversion of systemic social norms. Ultimately, the film offers a narrow perspective that mirrors standard horror conventions, providing minimal engagement with diverse cultural perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Them have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on a central couple, Lucas and Clementine. There is no evidence of queer narratives or non-straight relationships within the story.

How does Them portray gender?

Fair

The narrative centers on a male and female duo. It relies on traditional gendered clichés of protection and vulnerability common in survival horror.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Them?

Limited

The setting suggests a homogeneous unit with no indication of a diverse or non-Anglo-Saxon majority cast. It follows traditional genre conventions.

How does Them represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story uses the isolated country house cliché to disrupt domestic stability. It lacks systemic critique or moral relativism to elevate its cultural depth.

Does Them include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters possessing visible or invisible disabilities. No assessment can be made regarding their roles or representation.

Present on Screen

The film utilizes a classic, effective horror setting in an isolated country house to build tension.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks racial and ethnic diversity, focusing instead on a homogeneous cast.
The story relies on traditional gendered clichés of vulnerability and protection.
There is an absence of LGBTQ+ representation or non-straight relationships.
The film provides no representation of characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Lucas and Clementine live peacefully in their isolated country house, but one night they wake up to strange noise. They're not alone... and a group of hooded assailants begin to terrorize them throughout the night.

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