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Darkroom

Name: Darkroom
Director: Pedring Lopez
Released: 2017
Duration: 95 min

Representation Score

3.6/10

Limited

2017

TV-14

Director

Pedring Lopez

Runtime

95 minutes

Average Rating

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New Showbiz Analysis

Darkroom sticks closely to the traditional framework of supernatural horror. The plot revolves around a group of teenagers whose ghost-hunting activities result in a fatal encounter with a demon. Since the narrative prioritizes survival and escalates the horror, it does not delve into social hierarchies or identity-based power dynamics. Although the film offers ethnic diversity through its Philippine setting and cast, it does not utilize these elements for social commentary. Characters serve the immediate needs of the horror plot rather than exploring overlapping identities. Overall, the film serves as a cautionary tale about unintended consequences. It functions as a standard genre piece without disrupting traditional social structures or promoting progressive ideas.

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Category Breakdown

Does Darkroom have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The storyline focuses solely on the central horror elements and the group's survival.

How does Darkroom portray gender?

Fair

The characters follow typical genre conventions. There is no challenge to traditional gender roles or masculinity and femininity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Darkroom?

Fair

Set in the Philippines, the film features a predominantly local, non-Western cast. Ethnicity is not a central theme.

How does Darkroom represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story follows traditional moralistic storytelling. It does not challenge established institutions or promote social norms deconstruction.

Does Darkroom include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Such elements are not used as plot devices.

Present on Screen

Offers inherent ethnic diversity through its local Philippine cast and non-Western setting.

Limited or Absent

Lacks explicit LGBTQ+ representation or themes.
Does not challenge traditional gender roles.
Does not use race or culture for social commentary.
Provides no representation of characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A group of teenage friends who seeks the thrill of ghost-hunting, and stumbles upon an old camera. As they carelessly play with it, they unknowingly summon the demon that exists inside. The demon possesses one of them, thus setting off a chain of horrific events that could turn fatal for everyone.

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