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Belfast

Name: Belfast
Director: Kenneth Branagh
Released: 2021
Duration: 98 min

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

2021

PG-13

Director

Kenneth Branagh

Runtime

98 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Belfast is a period-specific character study that emphasizes historical accuracy over modern diversity. It captures the sectarian tensions of Northern Ireland without broad multi-ethnic representation. The film stands out by challenging traditional gender roles and offering a nuanced view of social unrest. However, it remains limited by its focus on a homogenous community and a traditional social structure without contemporary diversity markers.

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Category Breakdown

Does Belfast have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a traditional family unit and does not include any LGBTQ+ identities or queer themes.

How does Belfast portray gender?

Fair

The film avoids the passive housewife stereotype by portraying the mother as a resilient strategist and emotional leader within the household.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Belfast?

Limited

The setting shows a mostly uniform working-class community and does not feature multi-ethnic representation.

How does Belfast represent religion and culture?

Good

The film provides a detailed look at the complex and tragic outcomes of political strife, showing the factions involved in a nuanced manner.

Does Belfast include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no prominent depictions of physical or neurological disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

Challenges traditional gender roles by giving the mother significant influence and emotional leadership.
Provides a nuanced view of political conflict through a domestic lens.
Offers a detailed critique of how systemic instability impacts the working class.

Limited or Absent

Lacks any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or queer themes.
Features a homogeneous cast with minimal multi-ethnic or racial diversity.
Does not include depictions of physical or neurological disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Buddy is a young boy on the cusp of adolescence, whose life is filled with familial love, childhood hijinks, and a blossoming romance. Yet, with his beloved hometown caught up in increasing turmoil, his family faces a momentous choice: hope the conflict will pass or leave everything they know behind for a new life.

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