
Bad Ben 9: Benign
2021

Representation Score
Minimal
2019
NRDirector
Nigel Bach
Runtime
89 minutes
Average Rating
No ratings yetNew Showbiz Analysis
Bad Ben: The Way In follows a traditional horror-comedy format. The plot revolves around a male hero performing spiritual tasks to protect his home. Since the story focuses on a single male protagonist and a typical family, it lacks complexity in representing various identities. The narrative structure upholds existing social norms without challenging them. Overall, the film provides a conventional genre experience with limited engagement with diverse identities or non-traditional social structures.
Category Breakdown
The film doesn't show any characters with LGBTQ+ identities. It focuses on a male protagonist and a typical family setup.
A woman initiates the plot by hiring a specialist, but the physical work and key decisions stay with the male protagonist.
There is no indication of a racially diverse cast. The names and settings suggest a traditional approach to casting.
The story emphasizes Western ideas of family stability. It centers on protecting the home using traditional methods.
The film does not include any characters dealing with physical disabilities, neurodivergence, or mental health issues.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
The new owner of the home on Steelmanville Road has hired Tom Riley to go back into the home to rid it of all malevolent forces prior to moving her family in. Tom returns, alone, and finds himself battling nine demons.

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