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Hidden Mother
Representation Score
0.8/10
Minimal
2019
Director
Joshua Erkman
Runtime
5 minutes
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Hidden Mother follows traditional supernatural horror conventions, centered around a recently widowed mother and using classic haunted object clichés to create tension. The narrative adheres to conventional domestic archetypes without disrupting established social hierarchies. The film's reliance on standard genre clichés and a homogeneous setting limits its scope of representation.
Category Breakdown
Does Hidden Mother have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships. The focus on a widow suggests a traditional family structure.
How does Hidden Mother portray gender?
A female protagonist provides some gendered ability to act. However, the widowed mother archetype often reinforces traditional gender roles and domestic tragedy.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Hidden Mother?
The synopsis does not mention a diverse cast or non-Anglo-Saxon characters. The subject matter does not suggest a move away from homogeneous casting.
How does Hidden Mother represent religion and culture?
The film relies on established Western horror themes. There is no indication of challenging systemic issues, focusing instead on conventional supernatural morality.
Does Hidden Mother include disability representation?
There is no information regarding the inclusion of neurodivergent characters or individuals with physical or sensory disabilities.
Present on Screen
- The film features a central female protagonist, providing some gendered ability to act within the horror framework.
Limited or Absent
- The narrative heavily relies on traditional domestic archetypes and conventional supernatural clichés.
- There is a lack of visible multi-layered complexity or diverse casting.
- The story does not appear to challenge or subvert established social or gender hierarchies.
Official Synopsis
A recently-widowed mother is gifted an antique photo that happens to harbor the presence of a sinister spirit within its frame.
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