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The Intent

Name: The Intent
Director: Femi Oyeniran, Kalvadour Peterson
Released: 2016
Duration: 104 min

Representation Score

4.0/10

Fair

2016

Director

Femi Oyeniran, Kalvadour Peterson

Runtime

104 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film explores urban crime through a localized, non-traditional lens, avoiding sanitized studio narratives. It challenges racial monopolies and offers a nuanced view of morality and state authority. However, the narrative is heavily centered on a male-dominated world with limited representation of women and LGBTQ+ individuals.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Intent have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

There are no LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight relationships in the main storyline.

How does The Intent portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around a male-dominated power structure where women are portrayed as secondary figures tied to the rewards of criminal activity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Intent?

Good

The film likely features a diverse cast within a localized urban setting, challenging the typical homogeneity of heist films.

How does The Intent represent religion and culture?

Good

The film presents a complex moral dilemma by questioning the roles of personal loyalty and state authority.

Does The Intent include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not mention any characters with physical, cognitive, or mental health conditions.

Present on Screen

Challenges the typical white-centric portrayal of heist films.
Presents a complex, non-binary exploration of morality and state authority.
Focuses on local urban crime dynamics with a character-driven approach.

Limited or Absent

Women are portrayed as secondary figures rather than active participants.
No LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight relationships are present.
Characters with disabilities or neurodivergent traits are not included.

Official Synopsis

Gunz is thrust into a world of excitement when he joins the TIC crew. The crew, led by the ruthless Hoodz, goes from low level weed peddling to full on armed robberies within a fortnight. Their new found infamy affords them a life of guns, drugs, and girls but they also catch the attention of the police and a rival gang. To make matters worse they have been infiltrated by an undercover police officer. Does he have "THE INTENT" to remain a criminal or abide by his oath to the force?

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