You are here:

Konak

Name: Konak
Director: Cem Akyoldaş
Released: 2009

Representation Score

4.0/10

Limited

2009

Director

Cem Akyoldaş

Average Rating

No ratings yet

New Showbiz Analysis

Konak is a traditional horror-thriller focused on a group of students dealing with past traumas. The story emphasizes genre clichés and suspense rather than exploring diverse identities or social structures. The film uses standard character types and a specific setting in Turkey. However, it does not seem to intentionally challenge Western norms or explore multi-layered identities. Overall, the film is a typical genre piece. It maintains a basic level of inclusion common in horror films but does not offer diverse representation or innovative storytelling.

Watch this, not that →

Category Breakdown

Does Konak have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories. There is no effort to question the idea that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Konak portray gender?

Fair

The group of university students fits typical horror movie roles. The film does not challenge traditional gender roles or masculinity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Konak?

Fair

The film is set in Safranbolu and features a cast that likely reflects the local Turkish population. There is no indication of efforts to break away from Western casting norms.

How does Konak represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story centers on local traditions and the influence of the past. It does not clearly oppose Western or secular ideas, focusing instead on conservative regional practices.

Does Konak include disability representation?

Limited

The main characters do not have any visible or hidden disabilities. The film does not represent people with disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film sets its story in Safranbolu, capturing a specific cultural and geographic context.

Limited or Absent

The story lacks representation for LGBTQ+ individuals and characters with disabilities.
The film relies on conventional genre roles without challenging traditional gender or social hierarchies.
There is no indication of efforts to disrupt Western casting norms or explore multi-layered identities.

Official Synopsis

Six university students come to Safranbolu for an academic study, and hire a mansion. When the night comes down, the mansion locks down and the teens will have to face the consequences of a sad event happened a year ago.

How are these scores produced? →