CAPTAIN HOLT of BROOKLYN 99: Neurodiverse, gay and battling racism – SHRINK THE BOX
Kermode & Mayo’s Take
Captain Holt: Complexity in Comedy
This chapter explores Captain Holt's unique character in Brooklyn Nine-Nine, focusing on his serious demeanor in humorous contexts and the themes of neurodiversity he embodies. The discussion highlights the challenges of belonging and social interactions faced by characters that deviate from mainstream behaviors, set against the backdrop of police tropes. It pays tribute to the late actor portraying Holt while analyzing the intersectionality of his identity as a black, gay police captain.
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