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Down with the King

Down with the King

Representation Score

5.0/10

Fair

2021

R

Director

Diego Ongaro

Runtime

100 minutes

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Down with the King offers a moderate level of representation centered around the cultural context of the rap music industry. The protagonist’s profession suggests an inherent connection to racialized cultural spaces, providing a baseline for diversity. However, the film lacks specific evidence of diverse casting or challenging social hierarchies. The narrative focus remains narrow, centering on the professional crisis of a single male protagonist. Without more detail on the ensemble or the ability to act of underrepresented groups, the film stays within a neutral territory of representation rather than pushing progressive boundaries.

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Category Breakdown

Does Down with the King have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not explicitly show non-binary gender identities or same-sex relationships. The story focuses on the professional journey of a single male character.

How does Down with the King portray gender?

Fair

The narrative centers around a male protagonist and his career struggles. It remains unclear whether female characters have significant roles or if the film reinforces traditional male leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Down with the King?

Good

The film deals with the cultural spaces rooted in Black identity through its portrayal of a rap star. However, the depth of representation within the broader cast remains uncertain.

How does Down with the King represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot explores disillusionment with the music industry and capitalist structures. It is unclear whether the film critiques institutions or adheres to a traditional view of success.

Does Down with the King include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the inclusion of characters with visible or invisible disabilities or neurodivergent traits.

Present on Screen

  • The protagonist's role as a rap star connects the film to Black cultural expression and identity.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks verifiable data regarding diverse casting and the inclusion of various gender identities.
  • There is no evidence of representation for characters with disabilities or neurodivergent traits.
  • The narrative focus on a single male protagonist limits the visibility of diverse perspectives and ability to act.

Official Synopsis

Sent to the Berkshires to focus on his next album, disillusioned rap star Money Merc abruptly announces his retirement on Twitter. After Merc's announcement, his manager rushes to the countryside to lure him back into the music industry.

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