You are here:

Beck 24 - In the Name of God

Beck 24 - In the Name of God

Representation Score

3.0/10

Limited

2007

TV-14

Director

Kjell Sundvall

Runtime

90 minutes

Average Rating

No ratings yet

New Showbiz Analysis

In 'Beck 24 - In the Name of God,' the film operates as a conventional Nordic Noir procedural. It emphasizes the mechanics of a murder investigation and genre realism over exploring identity or social hierarchies. The production sticks to established genre norms, focusing on a missing digital trail and a violent crime in Stockholm. This focus on investigative structure results in a lack of intentionality regarding diverse representation. Overall, the film serves as a traditional crime drama reflecting the demographic and social expectations of its time without challenging them.

Watch this, not that →

Category Breakdown

Does Beck 24 - In the Name of God have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film centers on a typical murder investigation involving a photographer. There are no explicit LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Beck 24 - In the Name of God portray gender?

Fair

The movie follows traditional investigative teams within a professional setting. Female characters may have important roles, but the story doesn't specifically challenge traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Beck 24 - In the Name of God?

Fair

Set in Stockholm, the film reflects the standard demographic makeup expected in mid-2000s European crime dramas. It does not feature a predominantly non-white cast or actors playing roles outside their traditional backgrounds.

How does Beck 24 - In the Name of God represent religion and culture?

Limited

The title hints at religious themes, but the film functions as a standard thriller. It relies on traditional justice systems without questioning Western institutions.

Does Beck 24 - In the Name of God include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities mentioned. Therefore, there is no assessment of their roles or representation.

Present on Screen

  • Avoids using derogatory clichés common in lower-scoring productions.
  • Maintains a professional ensemble of detectives within a realistic procedural framework.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not show intentionality in providing diverse representation.
  • Does not challenge traditional investigative hierarchies or gender roles.
  • Does not use actors from different backgrounds to challenge historical norms.

Official Synopsis

A paparazzi photographer gets brutally murdered in Stockholm. His apartment is searched and the computer together with photo equipment is missing.

How are these scores produced? →

Where to Watch

Rate this Movie

No rating selected
Use arrow keys to select a rating from 1 to 5 stars
Optional text review, maximum 2000 characters
Tip: Wrap spoilers with ||double pipes|| to hide them
0/2000 characters
You must be signed in to submit a rating

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts on this movie!

Use the rating form above to leave a star rating and optional review.