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UFC 85: Bedlam

Name: UFC 85: Bedlam
Director: Anthony Giordano
Released: 2008
Duration: 180 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

2008

Director

Anthony Giordano

Runtime

180 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

UFC 85: Bedlam is a sports broadcast capturing a live mixed martial arts event. Since it documents real-world athletic competition, it lacks the scripted narrative elements necessary for intentional character development or social commentary. The content centers on physical combat and merit-based outcomes. While the roster includes fighters from various ethnic backgrounds, the production remains confined to the functional boundaries of professional sports media. Ultimately, the low diversity score reflects the nature of live sports broadcasting, which does not typically incorporate dialogue or thematic arcs to explore multi-layered identities or progressive social frameworks.

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Category Breakdown

Does UFC 85: Bedlam have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The broadcast does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories related to non-straight identities.

How does UFC 85: Bedlam portray gender?

Minimal

The broadcast focuses mainly on male athletes, reflecting the gender demographics of MMA in 2008. It does not challenge traditional masculine hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is UFC 85: Bedlam?

Fair

The event showcases fighters from various ethnic backgrounds, reflecting the global nature of the sport. This diversity is not intentionally scripted.

How does UFC 85: Bedlam represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The production adheres to standard sports broadcasting practices. It does not address cultural themes or societal structures.

Does UFC 85: Bedlam include disability representation?

Minimal

The broadcast highlights only able-bodied professional fighters. There is no representation of athletes with disabilities.

Present on Screen

The broadcast features a diverse international roster of fighters from various ethnic backgrounds.

Limited or Absent

The broadcast lacks female athletes and representation of non-straight identities.
There is no representation of athletes with disabilities within the competition.
The production does not engage with broader cultural or social themes beyond the sport.

Official Synopsis

UFC 85: Bedlam was a mixed martial arts event held by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) on June 7, 2008, at The O2 Arena in London, United Kingdom. The main event was ultimately changed to Matt Hughes against Thiago Alves. Hughes took the fight on short notice as a favor to the UFC and Alves came in four pounds overweight.

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