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137 Shots

137 Shots

Representation Score

4.0/10

Limited

2021

R

Director

Michael Milano

Runtime

104 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

137 Shots is a documentary that centers racial justice and systemic critique. By focusing on the aftermath of police violence in Cleveland, the film highlights the experiences of Black communities and the demand for accountability against state authority. While the film excels in its commitment to racial and cultural critique, it lacks data regarding other identity markers. The focus on law enforcement institutions suggests a narrative shaped by traditional masculine power structures. Ultimately, the work serves as a social commentary on systemic oppression, prioritizing the voices of those impacted by state violence over institutional preservation.

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Category Breakdown

Does 137 Shots have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters or themes related to LGBTQ+ individuals. There is no clear indication of queer representation in the narrative.

How does 137 Shots portray gender?

Fair

The documentary explores male-dominated law enforcement structures and traditional masculine authority through the lens of police scrutiny.

How racially and ethnically diverse is 137 Shots?

Excellent

The film focuses on the experiences of Black Americans and the systemic impact of police violence. It highlights the ability to act of underrepresented communities seeking justice.

How does 137 Shots represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The film critiques Western institutions such as the legal system as sites of systemic oppression. It frames the story through community outcry against state power.

Does 137 Shots include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no verifiable information regarding the portrayal of physical disabilities, neurodivergence, or mental health conditions in this work.

Present on Screen

  • Highlights the experiences and ability to act of Black communities facing systemic violence.
  • Offers a strong critique of Western legal and law enforcement institutions.
  • Prioritizes racial justice as the main driver of the narrative structure.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not include verifiable representation or engagement with LGBTQ+ themes.
  • Does not depict physical disabilities, neurodivergent, or mental health conditions.
  • Focuses heavily on male-dominated institutional hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

In this documentary, law enforcement faces scrutiny as Americans demand justice after police violence claims multiple Black lives in Cleveland.

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