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Eaten by Lions

Name: Eaten by Lions
Director: Jason Wingard
Released: 2018
Duration: 94 min

Representation Score

5.1/10

Fair

2018

Director

Jason Wingard

Runtime

94 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Eaten by Lions succeeds as a nuanced portrait of contemporary British life, particularly through its commitment to racial and ethnic pluralism. By centering a multicultural family in Blackpool, the film disrupts traditional, white-coded depictions of the region. The strength of the narrative lies in its layered view of identity, blending religious identity with secular British culture. However, the film remains limited by its focus on a male-driven journey. It lacks significant representation for LGBTQ+ identities and does not offer much movement in terms of gender subversion or disability visibility.

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Category Breakdown

Does Eaten by Lions have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story focuses on fraternal bonds and paternal lineage, with no evidence of LGBTQ+ character arcs or non-cisgender identities.

How does Eaten by Lions portray gender?

Fair

Male protagonists Omar and Pete have significant roles in the story. While the journey emphasizes emotional vulnerability, it does not significantly challenge traditional gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Eaten by Lions?

Excellent

The film highlights modern multicultural Britain through the Choudray family. It uses blended heritage to explore social integration and disrupts Anglo-centric depictions of Blackpool.

How does Eaten by Lions represent religion and culture?

Good

The story contrasts religious traditions with secular British leisure. It embraces cultural pluralism by navigating the tension between religious observance and working-class culture.

Does Eaten by Lions include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no discernible evidence regarding the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities within the film.

Present on Screen

Strong depiction of multiculturalism through the Choudray family.
Nuanced exploration of layered identity and blended heritage.
Effective contrast of religious traditions and secular British culture.

Limited or Absent

Lack of visible LGBTQ+ representation or non-cisgender character arcs.
Limited roles for female characters within the primary narrative.
Absence of representation regarding physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Omar and Pete are half brothers. When their parents are eaten by lions they embark on a journey to find Omar's real father. What follows is a funny, heart-warming journey of self-discovery for both boys...in Blackpool. The Choudray family represents a truly contemporary example of modern multicultural Britain - but what will the brothers make of their eccentric newfound family? Will they be going to Mecca or Mecca bingo? In contrast to the old fashioned stereotypes about Blackpool, the comedy is sharp, current and non-stop.

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