Movie

City of Pigs

2025

A dry, absurd political comedy that feels like a light but pointed satire of fame and power.

Overview: In a future where world leaders are chosen by lottery, Lenny Hicks, a former rock star, becomes Prime Minister of the United Kingdom against his will.
How it feels: Satirical, absurd, cynical and light. Measured and needs your attention.
About: Politics, power, identity, media
Content: Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.
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Tone: satiricalstrength 3 of 3
absurdstrength 2 of 3
cynicalstrength 2 of 3
lightstrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: politics
power
identity
media
celebrity
Places: big city
workplace
Era: near-future
Audience: adult
Form: ensemble
Content intensity: Gore none
Language mild
Violence none
Sex mild