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Bad Ben: The Way In

Bad Ben: The Way In

Representation Score

0.9/10

Minimal

2019

NR

Director

Nigel Bach

Runtime

89 minutes

Average Rating

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New 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.

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Category Breakdown

Does Bad Ben: The Way In have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film doesn't show any characters with LGBTQ+ identities. It focuses on a male protagonist and a typical family setup.

How does Bad Ben: The Way In portray gender?

Fair

A woman initiates the plot by hiring a specialist, but the physical work and key decisions stay with the male protagonist.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Bad Ben: The Way In?

Minimal

There is no indication of a racially diverse cast. The names and settings suggest a traditional approach to casting.

How does Bad Ben: The Way In represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story emphasizes Western ideas of family stability. It centers on protecting the home using traditional methods.

Does Bad Ben: The Way In include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters dealing with physical disabilities, neurodivergence, or mental health issues.

Present on Screen

  • The female character serves as a crucial plot driver, initiating the story.

Limited or Absent

  • The film depends on traditional gender roles and hero archetypes.
  • It lacks representation of racial, LGBTQ+, and disability-related identities.
  • The narrative promotes conventional Western domestic values without exploring diverse cultural perspectives.

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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