You are here:

Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Conor McGregor

Name: Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Conor McGregor
Released: 2017

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

2017

TV-14

Runtime

0 minutes

Average Rating

No ratings yet

New Showbiz Analysis

As a live sporting event rather than a scripted film, this broadcast lacks the narrative structure needed for character development or thematic subversion. The diversity among participants is determined by the demographic makeup of professional athletes. While the event showcases racial diversity through its main competitors, it does not delve into deeper social critiques. The broadcast operates within a traditional framework of combat sports, emphasizing individual success and financial gain. Overall, the low score reflects the inherent limitations of a non-narrative broadcast, which does not have the capacity to explore complex social issues or offer critical commentary on societal structures.

Watch this, not that →

Category Breakdown

Does Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Conor McGregor have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The broadcast focuses solely on straight athletic competition and does not include any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender gender identities.

How does Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Conor McGregor portray gender?

Minimal

The event is an all-male athletic competition that emphasizes physical dominance and traditional masculinity, without providing any opportunities for women to take control of the story.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Conor McGregor?

Fair

The event includes a diverse cast, featuring African American boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Irish-Caucasian fighter Conor McGregor. However, race is not used as a tool to critique broader societal issues.

How does Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Conor McGregor represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The event is centered around hyper-capitalist ideals and the pursuit of personal wealth. It upholds Western values of meritocracy and the prestige associated with professional sports.

Does Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Conor McGregor include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no representation of individuals with disabilities. The broadcast focuses solely on peak physical performance and excludes any depiction of impairment.

Present on Screen

The event features a diverse cast of primary participants, highlighting a mix of racial backgrounds on a global scale.

Limited or Absent

The broadcast lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities, female empowerment, or individuals with disabilities.
The narrative reinforces traditional masculine archetypes and hyper-capitalist Western ideals without offering social critique.

Official Synopsis

Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Conor McGregor, also known as "The Money Fight" is a boxing match between undefeated eleven-time five-division professional boxing world champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. and two-division mixed martial arts world champion and current UFC Lightweight Champion Conor McGregor.

How are these scores produced? →