The lead character is in a sexual relationship with a woman, and is seen in bed with her, but no sex or nudity. Another character is a drag-artist whose life is watched via webcam. He says viewers like to see him having sex or defecating.

Many graphic scenes of what is effectively cage fighting.

Fuck, prick and shit are all used frequently in the English subtitles. Faggot is used in the subtitles; the French word is 'pédérast', which has a slightly different meaning - suggesting an attraction to underage males.

Drug use is a major theme. Fighters are routinely given performance-enhancing drugs. Indeed, the sport is a proving ground for such pharmaceuticals, with contestants representing manufacturers. Combatants are given injections immediately before fights, openly discussed in commentary.

The main character, his sister, and her two daughters are in frequent peril. Significant characters die.