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Harrigan

Name: Harrigan
Director: Vince Woods
Released: 2013
Duration: 97 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

2013

Director

Vince Woods

Runtime

97 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Harrigan is a conventional crime drama that relies heavily on established genre clichés. The narrative structure centers on a masculine hero seeking retribution, reinforcing traditional social structures. The film’s setting and character dynamics emphasize localized, period-specific struggles. It lacks engagement with diverse identities, functioning as a standard procedural piece focused on individual justice and institutional restoration.

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Category Breakdown

Does Harrigan have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or representations of non-straight identities. It focuses on traditional family structures.

How does Harrigan portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a male protagonist who seeks revenge after personal loss. Female characters, such as Vickey Frizell, mainly serve as catalysts within the 'mother in peril' scenario.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Harrigan?

Limited

Set in a 1974 Northern English estate, the film highlights a likely homogeneous community. The narrative emphasizes class struggle without significant engagement with diverse racial or ethnic backgrounds.

How does Harrigan represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot unfolds within traditional Western law enforcement structures, focusing on a standard cop versus criminal dynamic without challenging established institutional authority.

Does Harrigan include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no portrayal of visible or invisible disabilities as central elements of character development or narrative progression.

Present on Screen

The film provides a clear, focused period setting in 1974 Northern England.
The narrative maintains a consistent genre framework centered on crime and action.

Limited or Absent

The film relies on traditional gender clichés, such as the 'mother in peril' archetype.
There is a lack of representation for LGBTQ+ identities and diverse ethnic backgrounds.
The story adheres to conventional masculine archetypes rather than exploring diverse perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Amongst the desperation and fear growing in a crime ridden estate in northern England, one man becomes embroiled into saving what community life exists.

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