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The Hooligan Wars

Name: The Hooligan Wars
Director: Paul Tanter
Released: 2013
Duration: 76 min

Representation Score

4.4/10

Fair

2013

Director

Paul Tanter

Runtime

76 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film is a conventional crime drama that emphasizes individual survival and masculine conflict over diverse representation. It relies on established clichés like the 'fall from grace' arc and the provider-driven motivation of the protagonist. While the inclusion of a Polish gang introduces ethnic tension, the narrative remains localized and lacks a nuanced view of multiculturalism. The story adheres to traditional social structures and Western storytelling norms. Ultimately, the work lacks progressive narrative depth, opting for a familiar socio-economic struggle within a traditional framework.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Hooligan Wars have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. It centers on a traditional family unit.

How does The Hooligan Wars portray gender?

Fair

Gender roles adhere to traditional hierarchies, emphasizing masculine violence and protection. The female character remains in a supportive, domestic role.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Hooligan Wars?

Fair

Ethnic tension is introduced through a Polish drug-running gang, adding some variety. However, the story remains focused on a British perspective and localized crime clichés.

How does The Hooligan Wars represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story follows Western narrative structures focusing on the nuclear family and economic struggles. Crime is framed as a result of circumstances rather than a systemic issue.

Does The Hooligan Wars include disability representation?

Limited

A physical injury triggers the protagonist's downward spiral, serving as a plot device rather than exploring disability in depth.

Present on Screen

The inclusion of a Polish gang adds ethnic tension and immigrant-local dynamics to the crime narrative.

Limited or Absent

The film relies on traditional gender hierarchies and domestic roles for female characters.
Disability is used merely as a plot device rather than meaningful representation.
The narrative lacks LGBTQ+ visibility and multi-layered depth.
The story follows conventional 'outsider vs. local' clichés rather than nuanced multiculturalism.

Official Synopsis

A bar fight leaves up-and-coming professional footballer Andy injured and out of the game. Needing money to support his pregnant wife and himself, he buys an ice cream van and gets to work. When a gang of Polish drug runners starts to irritate him, he joins a British gang involved in football hooliganism for protection.

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