
Kiss the Girls and Make Them Die
1966

Representation Score
Limited
1966
NRDirector
Ronald Neame, Cliff Owen
Runtime
97 minutes
Average Rating
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A Man Could Get Killed is a classic example of mid-century mainstream cinema. It prioritizes established genre mechanics and traditional storytelling over characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. The film relies on a male-centric 'wrong man' plot that reinforces the social hierarchies of its era. While the Lisbon setting adds an international flavor, the production appears to adhere to Western-centric casting and cultural norms. Ultimately, the work functions as a conventional action-comedy that lacks the subversion of cultural or social norms necessary for a higher diversity score.
Category Breakdown
The film follows the typical straight-centered social norms of the time. There are no LGBTQ+ characters or stories that challenge traditional norms.
The story focuses on a male protagonist facing external threats through a traditional 'wrong man' plot. This reinforces mid-century gender roles and male control over the story.
Set in Lisbon, the film likely reflects the homogeneous casting norms of 1960s co-productions. It lacks significant characters of color with substantial influence.
The narrative operates within a traditional Western framework of espionage and adventure. It aligns with established Western values without offering diverse cultural perspectives.
There is no discernible portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities within the film's narrative.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
An American businessman visiting Lisbon gets mistaken for a British secret agent who stole some diamonds. As a result, he has everybody in Lisbon after him.

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