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Remembrance

Remembrance

Representation Score

2.3/10

Limited

1982

Director

Colin Gregg

Runtime

117 minutes

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Remembrance is a period drama that functions as a character study of Royal Navy ratings during a night out in Plymouth. It focuses on the social disorder encountered by these sailors. The film adheres to the demographic and cultural norms of its specific historical and professional context. It lacks the intentionality needed to disrupt conventional social hierarchies or provide diverse representation. Ultimately, the production aligns with traditional British dramatic structures rather than progressive narrative approaches.

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Category Breakdown

Does Remembrance have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film focuses on a group of Royal Navy sailors who are all assumed to be cisgender. There are no characters or narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Remembrance portray gender?

Limited

The story centers around a male-dominated military environment. It lacks portrayals of women who play significant roles or demonstrate intellectual depth compared to the male protagonists.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Remembrance?

Limited

The setting and historical context suggest a predominantly Anglo-Saxon cast. The film reflects the demographic homogeneity typical of early 1980s military portrayals.

How does Remembrance represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative explores the tension between military discipline and civilian life. It does not prioritize perspectives that challenge Western frameworks or the dismantling of traditional institutions.

Does Remembrance include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the inclusion of characters with physical or cognitive disabilities.

Present on Screen

  • Provides a realistic portrayal of military personnel navigating civilian social environments.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks meaningful representation of LGBTQ+ identities.
  • Does not include women with significant roles or intellectual depth.
  • Reflects a lack of racial and ethnic diversity typical of its era.
  • Provides no evidence of disability representation.

Official Synopsis

A group of Devonport-based Royal Navy ratings, due to sail to America for a six-month NATO exercise, go out on the town on their last night in port, hitting Plymouth's notorious Union Street district, with violent results.

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