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The Falcons

Name: The Falcons
Director: Bragi Thor Hinriksson
Released: 2018
Duration: 95 min

Representation Score

2.2/10

Limited

2018

Director

Bragi Thor Hinriksson

Runtime

95 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Falcons is a coming-of-age drama set in Iceland, focusing on a youth football tournament. The story follows traditional developmental themes, centering on a young boy's journey from childhood to adolescence. The film adheres to typical genre conventions for family-oriented sports cinema. It prioritizes individual character development within a conventional social context, avoiding exploration of broader demographic issues. Since the narrative lacks markers of complexity related to overlapping identities, it remains a straightforward, genre-specific tale without significant demographic diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Falcons have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight identities. It does not challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does The Falcons portray gender?

Fair

The story revolves around a male protagonist and a male-dominated football team. It does not subvert traditional gender roles or portray masculinity in a stereotypical way.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Falcons?

Limited

Set in Iceland, the film likely features a predominantly white cast. There is no indication of diverse casting or a non-white majority.

How does The Falcons represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative follows a traditional family and sports drama framework. It emphasizes community and organized activities without challenging established social structures.

Does The Falcons include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The film does not include neurodivergent representation.

Present on Screen

Offers a focused, localized coming-of-age narrative within a relatable sports setting.

Limited or Absent

Could benefit from more multi-layered complexity and the intentional disruption of traditional social hierarchies.
Currently lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities.
Does not offer significant racial or ethnic diversity within its Icelandic setting.

Official Synopsis

Every year, on a large island just outside of Iceland, there is a huge football tournament for kids. Ten-year-old Jón and his team go to compete, but he will have to grow up faster than expected, both on and off the pitch.

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