6.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Hung (2009)
Hung (2009)
Overview
Desperate times call for desperate measures and Ray Drecker's situation couldn't be much tougher. The former high school sports legend turned middle-aged high school basketball coach is divorced and struggling to provide for his kids when his already run-down house catches fire. Looking to take on a second job, Ray decides to exploit his best asset in a last-ditch attempt to change his fortunes.
Starring Cast
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Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Trans: Neutral
Viewer Rating
6.8
Overview
Desperate times call for desperate measures and Ray Drecker's situation couldn't be much tougher. The former high school sports legend turned middle-aged high school basketball coach is divorced and struggling to provide for his kids when his already run-down house catches fire. Looking to take on a second job, Ray decides to exploit his best asset in a last-ditch attempt to change his fortunes.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central subject matter of economic hardship, sex work, and a crisis of masculinity lacks a strong, inherent political valence. The narrative focuses on an individual's pragmatic, albeit morally ambiguous, solution to personal financial problems rather than advocating for systemic change or promoting a specific political ideology, leading to a neutral rating.
The series 'Hung' features visible diversity in its supporting cast, notably with a key role played by a Black actress, while maintaining traditional casting for its lead characters. The narrative primarily focuses on the personal struggles of its protagonist without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering DEI themes.
Secondary
The show features Jemma, a transsexual client of Ray's, whose introduction initially challenges Ray's comfort zone. While Ray exhibits some initial hesitation, Jemma is consistently depicted with dignity and agency. The narrative explores Ray's journey from discomfort to acceptance, resulting in a portrayal that neither strongly affirms nor denigrates trans identity, thus maintaining a neutral stance.
The series 'Hung' primarily focuses on the heterosexual experiences of its protagonist, Ray Drecker, as he navigates life as a male gigolo. The narrative does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or explore themes related to queer identity, resulting in no direct portrayal of the LGBTQ+ community.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Hung is an original series that premiered in 2009. All characters were created specifically for the show, meaning there is no prior source material or historical record for any character to have their gender swapped.
Hung is an original television series that premiered in 2009. All characters were created specifically for the show, meaning there is no prior source material or established canon from which a character's race could have been changed.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.2
6.5
Critic Ratings
7.1
6.5
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