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Colour of the Game

Name: Colour of the Game
Director: Kam Ka-Wai
Released: 2017
Duration: 103 min

Representation Score

3.5/10

Limited

2017

Director

Kam Ka-Wai

Runtime

103 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Colour of the Game functions as a traditional crime thriller that emphasizes genre-driven suspense over social commentary. The story leans on well-known character types, such as the undercover agent and the bounty hunter, which restricts opportunities for diverse character development. The film adheres to standard regional casting and storytelling practices. While it performs well within its genre, it does not aim to challenge established hierarchies or incorporate multiple layers of identity into its core conflict.

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Category Breakdown

Does Colour of the Game have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The main storyline revolves around a bounty hunt and an undercover investigation. There are no explicit mentions of LGBTQ+ characters or individuals whose gender doesn't match their birth-assigned sex.

How does Colour of the Game portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on a male-dominated world of bounty hunters and gang leaders. Although a crime against a woman sets off the plot, the key roles remain with male characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Colour of the Game?

Fair

Given that it's a Hong Kong production, the film showcases a largely East Asian cast. This fits regional industry norms but leads to a uniform demographic makeup.

How does Colour of the Game represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film upholds traditional views on crime and punishment. It concentrates on the inner workings of a criminal and police system without addressing broader societal issues.

Does Colour of the Game include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available about characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film consistently highlights the internal dynamics of the criminal and police systems.

Limited or Absent

The narrative heavily depends on male-dominated professions and traditional gender roles.
The cast reflects a uniform demographic typical of regional genre films.
There is a lack of representation for LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Wallace and his team take on a bounty job to find Robert, a man who raped and murdered a gang boss’s girlfriend. However, they soon realize that they have walked into a trap - one designed to expose an undercover cop hidden among their ranks.

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