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The Burglar

Name: The Burglar
Director: Frans Weisz
Released: 1972
Duration: 105 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

1972

Director

Frans Weisz

Runtime

105 minutes

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The Burglar is a character study that emphasizes existential themes and individual control over systemic demographics. It highlights the isolation of the individual against societal dysfunction. Though the film lacks complexity in reflecting multiple aspects of identity, it finds progressive value in its skepticism toward traditional authority. The narrative redefines established social hierarchies as corrupt rather than stable. Ultimately, the film adheres to the demographic norms of its era and geographic context, favoring character-driven European storytelling over modern identity-focused narratives.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Burglar have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a traditional framework that assumes everyone is straight or cisgender. There are no LGBTQ+ characters or non-conforming gender identities shown in the story.

How does The Burglar portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on male protagonists, with female characters mainly serving as catalysts for the male lead's growth. However, the deceptive stepfather challenges traditional patriarchal roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Burglar?

Limited

Set in Europe in 1972, the film features a predominantly white cast. There is no indication of non-white casting or racial metaphors.

How does The Burglar represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative explores socioeconomic marginalization by depicting wealthy figures as predators. It presents a nuanced view of moral relativism by examining personal justice.

Does The Burglar include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the film. No such characters are used as plot devices.

Present on Screen

Challenges traditional patriarchal roles by portraying the wealthy authority figure as a corrupt antagonist.
Examines socioeconomic marginalization and the complexities of survival on the fringes of society.
Offers a nuanced look at moral relativism through the protagonist's pursuit of personal justice.

Limited or Absent

Does not include representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-conforming gender expressions.
Features a heavily male-centered narrative where female characters primarily serve as plot catalysts.
Reflects the demographic homogeneity typical of its 1972 European setting, lacking racial diversity.

Official Synopsis

Burgler and master safe-cracker Glimmie is asked to find a young woman called Fanny by her rich stepfather Van Borsen. However, Glimmie remains suspicious of the man and decides that Fanny has to be protected by him and his pal 'De Bonk'. He is soon proved correct and winds up a scapegoat in Van Borsen's scheme. After his release from prison, Glimmie plans his revenge with some help from a young cleaning girl called Slofje.

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