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Kroos

Name: Kroos
Director: Manfred Oldenburg
Released: 2019
Duration: 115 min

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

2019

Director

Manfred Oldenburg

Runtime

115 minutes

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Kroos is a straightforward biographical account that emphasizes athletic achievements without delving into broader social issues. The film adheres to traditional documentary formats, focusing on the athlete's career milestones. Given the subject is a single male athlete in a professional sport, the narrative stays within conventional boundaries. It does not seek to challenge social hierarchies or include diverse identity perspectives. Overall, the documentary effectively documents the athlete's career but does not aim to address broader themes of diversity or intersectionality.

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Category Breakdown

Does Kroos have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The documentary focuses solely on the professional achievements of Toni Kroos. There are no characters or stories related to LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender experiences.

How does Kroos portray gender?

Limited

The film centers around a male athlete in a highly masculine sport. It does not include any female perspectives or challenge traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Kroos?

Limited

The story follows a single, traditionally white German athlete throughout his career in European teams. It does not explore racial or ethnic diversity in its portrayal of the athlete’s life.

How does Kroos represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film highlights individual success and national pride within the context of professional sports. It presents a traditional, celebratory biography without engaging with cultural or secular critiques.

Does Kroos include disability representation?

Minimal

The documentary does not depict any physical disabilities or neurodiversity among the athletes featured.

Present on Screen

Offers a clear, chronological overview of Toni Kroos's professional career and key achievements.

Limited or Absent

Could benefit from including more diverse gender perspectives or non-male identities.
Should consider incorporating racial or ethnic diversity within the sporting narrative.
Would benefit from addressing LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender experiences.

Official Synopsis

A review of German football player Toni Kroos's recent career, including his time at FC Bayern Munich and Real Madrid as well as his participation in the FIFA World Cups 2014 and 2018.

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