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Freelancers

Name: Freelancers
Director: Jessy Terrero
Released: 2012
Duration: 96 min

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

2012

Director

Jessy Terrero

Runtime

96 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Freelancers functions mainly as a genre-driven action drama. While it may offer a more diverse urban landscape compared to traditional crime dramas, the narrative stays rooted in conventional clichés. The story prioritizes individual revenge and masculine hierarchies over challenging societal structures. The film’s focus on police loyalty and brotherhood indicates a traditional approach to storytelling, lacking intentional multi-layered elements.

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Category Breakdown

Does Freelancers have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on a traditional male revenge storyline and brotherhood themes. There are no characters or narratives that explore non-traditional gender identities or challenge the idea that everyone is straight.

How does Freelancers portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around a male protagonist and features a hierarchy of male authority figures. It emphasizes traditional masculine roles and values such as loyalty and respect.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Freelancers?

Fair

The urban setting and director suggest a move away from homogeneous archetypes typical of crime dramas. The film likely includes a diverse cast within the context of a crime drama.

How does Freelancers represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative centers on institutional loyalty and the pursuit of justice. It adheres to traditional moral frameworks rather than critiquing systemic issues within Western institutions.

Does Freelancers include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters dealing with physical, neurodivergent, or mental health challenges. Therefore, there is no representation of disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

The urban setting likely provides a more diverse backdrop than traditional crime dramas.
The film moves away from the homogeneous casting common in older crime dramas.

Limited or Absent

The narrative heavily relies on traditional masculine frameworks and gender roles.
The plot lacks representation of non-traditional gender identities or LGBTQ+ perspectives.
There is no visible focus on disability or neurodivergent experiences.

Official Synopsis

The son of a slain NYPD officer joins the force, where he falls in with his father's former partner and a team of rogue cops. His new boss, Sarcone, will see if he has what it takes to be rogue through many trials and tribulations of loyalty, trust and respect. When the truth about his father's death is revealed revenge takes him over and he won't stop until justice has been truly served.

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