4.4.3

Representation

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Representation

The Sweeney was produced in 1970s Britain. In The Sweeney, the representation of men and women is very stereotypical.

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Femininity

  • There are not many female characters in the set episode of The Sweeney.
    • This represents a clear contrast to the female representations in Luther.
  • The only major female speaking role is Jack Regan’s girlfriend, Jenny Peters.
    • Jenny Peters has little to no agency in the episode.
    • Jenny Peters needs to be rescued by Jack Regan.
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Masculinity

  • The male characters lead all of the action in The Sweeney.
  • The male characters are presented very stereotypically.
    • The male characters use violence to solve their problems.
    • Verbal conflicts between the male characters are incredibly tense.
  • Jack Regan is stereotypically represented.
    • Regan is a potential alcoholic, disobedient, and follows a morally vague compass.
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Good and evil

  • There is a clear binary opposition of good and evil in the set episode.
  • While the police officers use some immoral means, they are the heroes.
    • There is little time to question what the police are doing.
  • Frank Kemble and his crew are evil.
    • The crew commit crimes to serve their financial interests.
    • When Frank's plans are thwarted, it sets the stereotypical tone that good wins.

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