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The Good Exorcist

Name: The Good Exorcist
Director: Josh Stifter
Released: 2018
Duration: 86 min

Representation Score

2.3/10

Limited

2018

TV-PG

Director

Josh Stifter

Runtime

86 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Good Exorcist follows a conventional genre structure, blending horror and comedy within a rural Texas setting. The story revolves around a singular, archetypal religious figure navigating a supernatural conflict. This character-driven approach relies heavily on established clichés. The narrative structure favors traditional storytelling over disrupting social hierarchies or addressing multi-layered complexity. Ultimately, the film presents a narrow perspective. It lacks explicit evidence of diverse identities, focusing instead on a singular protagonist's journey through a familiar spiritual landscape.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Good Exorcist have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any queer narratives or non-cisgender identities. It focuses on a single male protagonist and a demonic force.

How does The Good Exorcist portray gender?

Limited

The story centers on a male figure of authority. His eccentricity may challenge typical masculine stoicism, but there is a noticeable lack of women's ability to drive the story.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Good Exorcist?

Limited

Set on a Texas ranch, the film does not show a diverse cast. There are no characters of color with significant roles.

How does The Good Exorcist represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot relies on traditional religious symbols and spiritual conflicts. It uses well-known archetypes without challenging Western religious institutions.

Does The Good Exorcist include disability representation?

Minimal

The narrative does not mention physical disabilities, neurodivergence, or mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

The eccentric protagonist offers potential for challenging traditional masculine stoicism through comedic elements.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks diverse gendered perspectives and women's ability to drive the story.
There is no evidence of LGBTQ+ representation or queer narratives.
The cast lacks visible racial and ethnic diversity within the provided framework.

Official Synopsis

After a ranch in Texas is befallen to a mysterious, demonic presence, it is up to an eccentric, wandering priest to find answers and dispel the darkness. As he digs deeper he soon finds that he may be in over his head and out of time.

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