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Lupin the Third vs. Detective Conan

Name: Lupin the Third vs. Detective Conan
Director: Hajime Kamegaki
Released: 2009
Duration: 104 min

Representation Score

1.2/10

Minimal

2009

PG-13

Director

Hajime Kamegaki

Runtime

104 minutes

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This crossover event emphasizes the visual appeal of combining two famous franchises rather than telling a progressive story. It sticks to traditional character types and a culturally uniform setting. Characters operate outside the law, which is typical of the adventure genre, but doesn't question the power structures behind it. The film relies heavily on familiar heist and mystery clichés, without challenging social hierarchies or diverse representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Lupin the Third vs. Detective Conan have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on well-known character types from its franchises but does not include characters with non-binary gender identities or challenge the idea that everyone is straight.

How does Lupin the Third vs. Detective Conan portray gender?

Fair

Female characters like Ran Mouri show physical strength, but the story is mainly driven by male protagonists who follow traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Lupin the Third vs. Detective Conan?

Minimal

The cast is mostly made up of characters from similar backgrounds, reflecting the Japanese origin of the source material.

How does Lupin the Third vs. Detective Conan represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story uses the gentleman thief cliché to show criminal behavior as honorable, but it does not criticize Western institutions or traditional families.

Does Lupin the Third vs. Detective Conan include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities, and the story does not address neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

Female characters like Ran Mouri play significant roles in the story and display physical strength.
The film combines the playful heist elements of Lupin with Conan's logical deduction skills.

Limited or Absent

The cast lacks racial and ethnic diversity, maintaining a culturally uniform setting.
The story does not address disability, neurodivergence, or mental health issues.
Gender roles are traditional, focusing on male-driven storylines.

Official Synopsis

When a wealthy woman and her son die in a hunting accident, it's up to Conan Edogawa to solve the case. Meanwhile, Lupin the Third is after the Queen Crown, owned by the Vesparand royal family. When these two legendary characters meet, who will win the day?! Followed by “Lupin the Third vs. Detective Conan: The Movie” (2013).

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