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A Mouse with the Men

Name: A Mouse with the Men
Director: Jacques Poitrenaud
Released: 1964
Duration: 95 min

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

1964

Director

Jacques Poitrenaud

Runtime

95 minutes

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The film follows conventional mid-century comedy clichés, emphasizing established social hierarchies and traditional gender roles. While it offers a light-hearted look at social pretension, it does not challenge broader societal structures. The narrative centers on the male protagonists and their domestic deceptions, reinforcing the era's standard clichés. Overall, the work presents a homogeneous social world that upholds the status quo of 1964.

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Category Breakdown

Does A Mouse with the Men have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. The story centers on the heterosexual relationships of the male leads.

How does A Mouse with the Men portray gender?

Fair

The male leads, Marcel and Francis, play key roles in driving the story. A young girl joins their criminal activities, but she seems more like a whimsical addition rather than a challenge to traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is A Mouse with the Men?

Limited

The cast reflects a homogeneous society typical of 1964 French comedy. There is no indication of racial diversity or multicultural representation within the setting.

How does A Mouse with the Men represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story explores social deception and class pretension without addressing religious or systemic issues. It focuses on individual character comedy within a localized social context.

Does A Mouse with the Men include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities in the narrative.

Present on Screen

The introduction of a female character adds a new dynamic to the male-centric criminal duo.
The plot provides a lighthearted critique of social pretension and class performance.

Limited or Absent

The film reinforces traditional gender hierarchies and domestic roles.
The narrative lacks racial diversity and multicultural representation.
There is no evidence of LGBTQ+ representation or non-cisgender identities.

Official Synopsis

Marcel and Francis are busy people. Marcel owns a café and spend all his nights running from meetings to meetings with members from the high society... at least, that's what he say to his barman! Francis leaves his home, loving wife and adorable daughter, frequently to attend meetings and demonstration with customers. His boss trusts him so much that his agenda is always full... at least, that's what he say to his wife! In fact, Marcel and Francis' incomes come from their night job: thieves! Here at least, they are professional. Troubles arise when, during one robbery, they encounter a young, high-pitched voice, candid girl who takes the decision to become their associate in crime... for the fun!

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