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KL24: Zombies

Name: KL24: Zombies
Director: Gavin Yap, Shamaine Othman, James Lee
Released: 2017
Duration: 77 min

Representation Score

4.8/10

Fair

2017

Director

Gavin Yap, Shamaine Othman, James Lee

Runtime

77 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

KL24: Zombies successfully offers a localized perspective on a global genre by setting the zombie outbreak in Kuala Lumpur. This centers a Southeast Asian urban environment and a diverse cast, moving away from Western-centric storytelling norms. While the film showcases high levels of racial diversity, it lacks visible representation for LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities. The reliance on traditional genre clichés also limits its progressive representation. Overall, KL24: Zombies stands out as a strong example of regional genre filmmaking that excels in demographic authenticity but falls short in specialized thematic depth.

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Category Breakdown

Does KL24: Zombies have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not show any non-traditional gender identities or same-sex relationships. The plot focuses on surviving the zombie outbreak rather than exploring LGBTQ+ identity.

How does KL24: Zombies portray gender?

Fair

Sharifah Amani plays a prominent role, indicating a strong presence for women. However, the film seems to follow typical genre clichés and traditional character types.

How racially and ethnically diverse is KL24: Zombies?

Excellent

The cast includes a variety of ethnicities from Malaysia, highlighting a non-Western urban environment. This provides a strong contrast to Western-centric narratives.

How does KL24: Zombies represent religion and culture?

Good

By placing zombies in a Southeast Asian context, the film challenges the dominance of Western horror. It presents a localized view of society.

Does KL24: Zombies include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

Highlights the multi-ethnic makeup of Malaysia
Challenges Western horror conventions with a Southeast Asian setting
Features a predominantly non-white cast in a high-stakes scenario

Limited or Absent

Does not include visible LGBTQ+ representation
No characters with visible or invisible disabilities
Uses traditional gender roles and standard genre clichés

Official Synopsis

A flu like infection has taken over KL which turns into a zombie outbreak as we follow three intersecting stories of the survivors fleeing for safety.

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