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Unlocked

Name: Unlocked
Director: Michael Apted
Released: 2017
Duration: 98 min

Representation Score

4.9/10

Fair

2017

Director

Michael Apted

Runtime

98 minutes

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Unlocked primarily serves as a character-driven action thriller. Its most progressive aspect lies in subverting traditional gender roles by featuring a powerful female protagonist. However, the film does not emphasize multi-layered identities or systemic critiques. The narrative stays within conventional geopolitical storytelling and Western institutional structures. While the international settings suggest a diverse cast, the film does not explicitly highlight specific cultural or LGBTQ+ identities, sticking to established genre conventions.

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Category Breakdown

Does Unlocked have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film adheres to traditional thriller conventions without highlighting LGBTQ+ identities. There are no specific LGBTQ+ character arcs or non-straight relationships.

How does Unlocked portray gender?

Good

Alice Racine stands out as a strong female lead, challenging the typical male-dominated espionage genre. She actively drives the plot, taking charge of her role as an intelligence agent.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Unlocked?

Fair

The film's international settings of Paris and London imply a diverse cast. However, specific casting details are not provided, and the plot revolves around geopolitical themes.

How does Unlocked represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story focuses on Western institutions like the CIA, emphasizing state intelligence over cultural critiques. It does not offer systemic critiques of these institutions.

Does Unlocked include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

The film challenges traditional male-dominated leadership by centering a strong female protagonist.
Alice Racine exemplifies female intellect and physical strength in the espionage genre.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks explicit representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight relationships.
No characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities are included.
The story reinforces traditional Western institutional structures without exploring diverse cultural perspectives.

Official Synopsis

After failing to apprehend the terrorist behind a Paris attack that claimed dozens of lives, CIA agent Alice Racine is forced to live in London as a caseworker. Her mentor unexpectedly calls her back into action when the CIA discovers that another attack is imminent. Alice soon learns that the classified information she's uncovered has been compromised...

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