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The Neighborhood
Representation Score
2.2/10
Limited
2017
PG-13Director
Frank D'Angelo
Runtime
107 minutes
Average Rating
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The Neighborhood is a typical crime drama that relies heavily on established genre clichés. It prioritizes a traditional masculine-centric narrative, focusing on the conflict between hoodlums and a mafia kingpin. While the casting includes actors of Italian descent, the film does not disrupt Eurocentric casting norms or present a diverse, multi-ethnic world. The storytelling remains rooted in localized, traditional power structures. Ultimately, the film serves as a character-driven genre piece without challenging existing archetypes or providing characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.
Category Breakdown
Does The Neighborhood have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any visible LGBTQ+ characters or narratives addressing non-cisgender identities. It follows a traditional crime structure that focuses on masculine themes and does not provide any queer visibility.
How does The Neighborhood portray gender?
The plot centers around male-dominated conflicts and traditional masculine hierarchies. Although there are female actors in the cast, the narrative emphasizes the male characters' roles.
How racially and ethnically diverse is The Neighborhood?
The cast includes actors of Italian descent, fitting the mafia setting. However, the film centers on a specific cultural archetype rather than showcasing a multi-ethnic ensemble.
How does The Neighborhood represent religion and culture?
The story uses a traditional crime-family framework centered on localized loyalty. It adheres to genre clichés rather than offering a critique of social institutions.
Does The Neighborhood include disability representation?
There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities mentioned. The narrative does not address neurodivergence or physical impairments.
Present on Screen
- Includes actors of Italian descent, providing ethnic specificity.
- Maintains a clear, focused genre identity within the crime drama framework.
Limited or Absent
- Does not represent LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender gender expressions.
- Does not feature a diverse, multi-ethnic ensemble beyond specific cultural archetypes.
- Lacks visibility for characters with disabilities or neurodivergence.
- Focuses on traditional masculine hierarchies without exploring diverse gender roles.
Official Synopsis
A brash group of hoodlums have been doing minor crime jobs in their neighborhood since they were kids until they step on the wrong toes and get caught up in a war with an old-school mafia king pin and their lives soon become hell on earth.
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