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The FP

Name: The FP
Director: Brandon Trost, Jason Trost
Released: 2011
Duration: 83 min

Representation Score

3.6/10

Limited

2011

Director

Brandon Trost, Jason Trost

Runtime

83 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film centers on a narrow demographic, focusing on individualistic and male-centric themes of heroism. While the protagonist's defiance of authority offers a minor departure from traditional morality, the film lacks depth in representing diverse identities. The production adheres to a conventional, non-diverse model without incorporating LGBTQ+ identities, racial diversity, or meaningful representation for characters with disabilities.

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Category Breakdown

Does The FP have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories. It focuses solely on heterosexual and cisgender relationships.

How does The FP portray gender?

Limited

Gender roles are heavily dominated by male characters. The plot emphasizes traditional masculinity and lacks strong female roles or challenges to gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The FP?

Limited

The film features a mostly white cast set in a suburban environment. There is no significant effort to include diverse racial backgrounds.

How does The FP represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story questions standard law enforcement but treats it as adolescent escapism rather than a critical look at Western institutions.

Does The FP include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The film does not explore neurodiversity or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film explores themes of moral relativism and personal justice.
It provides a unique character study of adolescent escapism and social non-conformity.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks LGBTQ+ representation and non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth narratives.
There is a notable absence of strong female roles and gender diversity.
The cast lacks racial and ethnic variety, remaining predominantly white.
The narrative provides no meaningful representation for characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Two rival gangs fight for control of Frazier Park -- a deadly arena in competitive dance-fight video game "Beat-Beat Revolution."

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