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Coalition

Name: Coalition
Director: Alex Holmes
Released: 2015
Duration: 95 min

Representation Score

3.6/10

Limited

2015

TV-MA

Director

Alex Holmes

Runtime

95 minutes

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Coalition operates as a traditional political drama that prioritizes the study of institutional power dynamics and historical accuracy. The narrative structure revolves around the specific interactions of established male leaders during the 2010 UK election cycle. Since the film focuses on the mechanics of parliamentary leadership, it largely mirrors the existing social hierarchies of that era. The storytelling centers on the ability to act of a specific political class, limiting the breadth of identity-based representation. Ultimately, the film serves as a procedural look at systemic political processes without seeking to intentionally challenge social or demographic hierarchies.

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Category Breakdown

Does Coalition have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on political maneuvering among major parties but does not include any visible LGBTQ+ character arcs or non-straight identities.

How does Coalition portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on the political interactions between male leaders, emphasizing traditional masculine leadership and ability to act.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Coalition?

Fair

The drama centers on the established UK political class of 2010, following Anglo-centric power structures without showcasing a diverse cast.

How does Coalition represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film examines the friction between different political ideologies and institutional governance, focusing on systemic processes rather than critiquing Western cultural values.

Does Coalition include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information regarding the inclusion or portrayal of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

Provides a focused study of institutional mechanics and the complexities of coalition politics.

Limited or Absent

Lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight character arcs.
Focuses heavily on male leadership, offering little ability to act to women in decision-making roles.
Relies on an Anglo-centric view of power that reflects existing demographic hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

Political drama about the rise of Nick Clegg and the Liberal Democrats during the 2010 election. After the election failed to produce an outright winner, Clegg was catapulted into an unaccustomed position of influence and was the recipient of political courtship from both Labour's Gordon Brown and David Cameron of the Conservative Party.

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