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Foosballers

Name: Foosballers
Director: Joe Heslinga
Released: 2019
Duration: 96 min

Representation Score

0.6/10

Minimal

2019

Director

Joe Heslinga

Runtime

96 minutes

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Foosballers serves as a niche ethnographic study of a specialized subculture. The film focuses on the technical skill and historical obscurity of professional foosball rather than engaging with identity politics. The narrative structure emphasizes the underground world of the Tornado World Championships. It functions as a window into a forgotten sport rather than a tool for deconstructing social hierarchies. Since the demographic makeup of the players is not detailed, the film maintains a traditional, specialized focus. It lacks intentional systemic subversion or progressive representation across most identity categories.

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Category Breakdown

Does Foosballers have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not explicitly mention LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. There is no clear indication of queer presence or identity-focused storylines.

How does Foosballers portray gender?

Minimal

The documentary follows six elite players, but their gender composition is not specified. There is no evidence of women playing key roles or challenging traditional sports hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Foosballers?

Minimal

The documentation does not provide details about the racial or ethnic backgrounds of the players or crew. There are no specific indications of diverse casting.

How does Foosballers represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film explores a underrepresented subculture and a forgotten piece of sports history. This focus challenges mainstream, commercialized sporting narratives by highlighting an underground world.

Does Foosballers include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of neurodivergent individuals or physical disabilities. The ensemble of players does not include representation of sensory impairments or other disabilities.

Present on Screen

Provides an ethnographic look into a unique, underground sporting subculture.
Highlights a forgotten piece of sports history, challenging mainstream narratives.

Limited or Absent

Lacks specific data regarding the racial, ethnic, or gender composition of the players.
Does not represent LGBTQ+ identities or disability within the ensemble.
Does not engage with broader sociopolitical commentary or identity-driven narratives.

Official Synopsis

Most people know foosball as the game they used to play in their parent's basement, but for some die-hard fans, foosball isn't just a game... it's a way of life. Enter the underground world of professional foosball, a sport that's been around for over 40 years but no one knows exists. Through an ensemble cast, FOOSBALLERS not only uncovers a forgotten piece of sports history, it follows 6 of the best table soccer players in the world as they prepare for the sport's most prestigious event, The Tornado World Championships.

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