6.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon (2006)
Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon (2006)
Overview
The next great psycho horror slasher has given a documentary crew exclusive access to his life as he plans his reign of terror over the sleepy town of Glen Echo, all the while deconstructing the conventions and archetypes of the horror genre for them.
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Bias Rating
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Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Viewer Rating
6.9
Overview
The next great psycho horror slasher has given a documentary crew exclusive access to his life as he plans his reign of terror over the sleepy town of Glen Echo, all the while deconstructing the conventions and archetypes of the horror genre for them.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film is a mockumentary that deconstructs the slasher film genre, focusing on the meticulous planning of a serial killer. Its central subject matter and narrative are apolitical, primarily engaging with genre conventions rather than social or political issues.
This meta-slasher film from 2006 features traditional casting without explicit diversity initiatives. Its narrative focuses on deconstructing horror tropes rather than critiquing traditional identities or centering DEI themes.
Secondary
The film 'Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon' does not feature any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative is entirely centered on deconstructing the slasher genre, leaving no room for such portrayals within its plot or character arcs.
The film 'Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon' does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes within its narrative. The story focuses on a meta-commentary of the slasher genre, following a prospective serial killer and a documentary crew, without engaging with transgender identity or related issues.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
This film is an original mockumentary horror movie, not an adaptation or reboot of existing material. All characters, including Leslie Vernon, are original creations for this specific film, thus there are no pre-established characters whose gender could have been swapped.
This film is an original horror mockumentary, not an adaptation of existing source material or a historical biopic. All characters were created for this film, meaning there is no prior canonical or historical race to be swapped.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.7
6.5
Critic Ratings
7.6
6.6
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