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Nightworld

Name: Nightworld
Director: Patricio Valladares
Released: 2017
Duration: 92 min

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

2017

TV-MA

Director

Patricio Valladares

Runtime

92 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Nightworld sticks closely to traditional thriller conventions, focusing on suspense and supernatural elements rather than diverse storytelling. The narrative centers on a single male protagonist, which restricts the range of diverse representation. While the Bulgarian setting adds an international flavor, the story leans on the 'outsider' cliché common in Western thrillers. The film does not make intentional efforts to challenge social hierarchies or include underrepresented identities. Overall, Nightworld operates as a standard thriller focused on a male-driven investigation into a malevolent force, rather than delving into complex social or cultural themes.

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Category Breakdown

Does Nightworld have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with LGBTQ+ identities or non-binary gender roles. The story centers around a male protagonist within a typical thriller structure.

How does Nightworld portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around a male former law enforcement officer. There is limited evidence of women taking significant roles or challenging traditional gender norms.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Nightworld?

Fair

Set in Bulgaria, the main character is an American outsider. The film does not confirm a diverse cast or the use of actors from different backgrounds.

How does Nightworld represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot involves a classic cliché of a corrupt institution, such as a building with supernatural elements. The story does not provide a specific cultural or systemic critique.

Does Nightworld include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. Physical and cognitive differences are not used as central narrative elements.

Present on Screen

The Bulgarian setting offers a change from typical Western locations.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks LGBTQ+ representation and characters with disabilities.
The story focuses on a single male lead, limiting gender diversity.
The narrative follows traditional outsider clichés rather than diverse casting.

Official Synopsis

When former LAPD officer Brett Anderson takes a job as head of security at an old apartment building in Sofia, Bulgaria, he soon begins to experience a series of bizarre and terrifying events. Soon after delving into the building's sinister history and investigate its shadowy owners and past employees, Brett uncovers a malevolent force nestled deep in the bowels of the building that will do anything to be set free into our world.

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