
Thick as Thieves
1999

Representation Score
Fair
1998
RDirector
Jennifer Leitzes
Runtime
96 minutes
Average Rating
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Montana stands out in the late 1990s crime genre by placing a woman in the role of a seasoned enforcer. This shift moves the female lead away from secondary clichés and into a position of professional authority. However, the film remains limited in its broader social representation. The cast and narrative focus lean heavily toward white, heterosexual dynamics, offering little visibility for LGBTQ+ or diverse ethnic perspectives. Ultimately, the film is a study in subverting gendered expectations within a criminal underworld, even if it lacks depth in other categories.
Category Breakdown
The film focuses on heterosexual relationships, particularly the relationship between the Boss and his mistress. There are no visible queer romantic arcs or non-straight identities.
The movie challenges traditional gender roles by centering on Claire, a professional hitwoman. By giving the female protagonist tactical skills and professional competence, it avoids making her a passive character.
The cast is predominantly white, featuring actors like Kyra Sedgwick and Stanley Tucci. While Mark Boone Junior is part of the cast, the storyline does not emphasize diverse ethnic leadership.
The story examines the breakdown of organized hierarchies and systemic instability. It involves an attempt to overthrow a boss, questioning the stability of established criminal institutions.
There is no indication of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
A seasoned enforcer is given the seemingly routine task of finding the Boss's runaway mistress, Kitty. However Kitty is involved in plans to overthrow the Boss and this routine task gets very complicated.

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