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His House
Representation Score
7.1/10
Good
2020
TV-14Director
Remi Weekes
Runtime
93 minutes
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His House is a sophisticated horror-drama that uses supernatural elements to explore the systemic realities of displacement. It succeeds by centering Black protagonists and using the genre to deconstruct post-colonial trauma rather than relying on externalized monsters. The film's strength lies in its refusal to treat the refugee experience as a mere backdrop. Instead, it integrates ethnic identity and the critique of Western institutions directly into the narrative structure. While the film lacks LGBTQ+ representation, its deep dive into psychological trauma and racial identity creates a powerful, intentional study of survival and identity politics.
Category Breakdown
Does His House have LGBTQ+ representation?
The story focuses on a heterosexual relationship between Bolu and Rial. There are no LGBTQ+ characters or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities that drive the plot.
How does His House portray gender?
The film challenges traditional male leadership by highlighting shared vulnerability and emotional labor. Both protagonists play significant roles in driving the story and navigate their precarious socioeconomic status.
How racially and ethnically diverse is His House?
The narrative excels by centering the South Sudanese experience. It uses horror elements as a metaphor for post-colonial identity and the 'othering' of refugees in the West.
How does His House represent religion and culture?
The film critiques Western bureaucracy and the asylum system as sources of trauma. It utilizes cultural rituals as essential tools for psychological recovery and survival.
Does His House include disability representation?
While physical disabilities are not present, the film offers a nuanced look at invisible disabilities such as PTSD and psychological trauma, which drive character actions.
Present on Screen
- Masterfully centers South Sudanese identity and the complexities of the refugee experience.
- Effectively uses horror as a metaphor for colonial history and systemic 'othering'.
- Provides a nuanced portrayal of invisible disabilities, particularly the psychological impact of PTSD.
Limited or Absent
- The narrative lacks representation of LGBTQ+ characters or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.
Official Synopsis
After making a harrowing escape from war-torn South Sudan, a young refugee couple struggle to adjust to their new life in a small English town that has an unspeakable evil lurking beneath the surface.
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