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The Hangover

Name: The Hangover
Director: Todd Phillips
Released: 2009
Duration: 100 min

Representation Score

1.9/10

Minimal

2009

Director

Todd Phillips

Runtime

100 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Hangover is a male-centric comedy that prioritizes chaotic, visceral experiences over social commentary. It studies male social dynamics through extreme intoxication, disrupting domestic stability. While the film deconstructs social norms through loss of control, it does not challenge broader systemic hierarchies. The narrative remains rooted in traditional gender and racial structures, relying on conventional archetypes. Ultimately, the film lacks depth in representing multiple aspects of identity. It maintains a traditional, non-progressive structure centered on a homogeneous social circle.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Hangover have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a traditional male wedding and does not include any queer perspectives or non-cisgender identities.

How does The Hangover portray gender?

Minimal

The story emphasizes male bonding and 'bromance' dynamics. Female characters serve mainly as plot catalysts or objects of the male gaze and lack significant roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Hangover?

Limited

The cast is predominantly white and homogeneous. The character Chow provides Asian-American representation but relies on established comedic clichés.

How does The Hangover represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story celebrates a chaotic lifestyle in Las Vegas, framing anti-social behaviors like substance abuse as comedy rather than moral failings.

Does The Hangover include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no representation of physical, neurodivergent, or sensory disabilities among the main or supporting cast members.

Present on Screen

The character Chow provides Asian-American representation within the ensemble.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks any representation of physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
Female characters lack individual ability to act and complex character arcs.
The narrative lacks queer perspectives, adhering to a strictly straight-centered framework.
The ensemble is predominantly white, lacking diverse representation.

Official Synopsis

When three friends finally come to after a raucous night of bachelor-party revelry, they find a baby in the closet and a tiger in the bathroom. But they can't seem to locate their best friend, Doug – who's supposed to be tying the knot. Launching a frantic search for Doug, the trio perseveres through a nasty hangover to try to make it to the church on time.

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