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With All Hands

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Representation Score

4.9/10

Fair

1986

Director

Benoît Jacquot

Runtime

100 minutes

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With All Hands serves as a psychological exploration of power and desire. It dismantles traditional romantic hierarchies, shifting towards a more skeptical, intricate view of human connections. However, the film is constrained by its time period and cultural context. It lacks clear markers of racial or LGBTQ+ diversity, sticking to the homogenous social structures of 1980s French cinema. Ultimately, the film's strength lies in its moral ambiguity. It encourages viewers to question conventional virtues and confront the complexities and cruelties of romantic relationships.

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Category Breakdown

Does With All Hands have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film touches on unconventional relationships and desires but does not clearly mark these as queer or non-straight.

How does With All Hands portray gender?

Good

The role of a gigolo challenges traditional gender roles and the idea of sexual exchange. The narrative focuses on fluid power dynamics rather than fixed gender norms.

How racially and ethnically diverse is With All Hands?

Limited

The film reflects the Eurocentric society typical of French art-house cinema from the mid-1980s. There is no indication of a diverse cast.

How does With All Hands represent religion and culture?

Good

The story critiques traditional moralities in favor of situational ethics. It presents a modern take on courtship and social norms.

Does With All Hands include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no clear depiction of physical or cognitive disabilities in this film.

Present on Screen

  • Challenges traditional gender roles through the character of a gigolo.
  • Challenges conventional romantic clichés and idealized social norms.
  • Explores intricate, non-linear power dynamics between characters.

Limited or Absent

  • Needs clearer representation of LGBTQ+ identities.
  • Lacks racial and ethnic diversity in its social setting.
  • Provides no clear depiction of physical or cognitive disabilities.

Official Synopsis

The romantic and cruel escapades of a gigolo and a mysterious woman.

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