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Cash on Demand

Name: Cash on Demand
Director: Quentin Lawrence
Released: 1961
Duration: 80 min

Representation Score

1.4/10

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1961

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Director

Quentin Lawrence

Runtime

80 minutes

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Cash on Demand is a traditional crime thriller set in the mid-20th century. It adheres closely to the social norms of its time. The narrative relies on well-established genre clichés, focusing on a criminal's attempt to rob a bank manager. The film's representation is limited by the period's cinematic standards. It reinforces traditional gender roles and a homogeneous social framework, offering little room for diverse identities or systemic critiques. Overall, the film serves as a standard genre piece. It prioritizes suspense and the protection of institutional order over exploring diverse cultural or social perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Cash on Demand have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight relationships. It focuses on a traditional family setup typical of British cinema from the early 1960s.

How does Cash on Demand portray gender?

Limited

Women are portrayed as passive elements within the plot. They are treated as hostages rather than characters who actively shape the story or challenge patriarchal norms.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Cash on Demand?

Limited

The story reflects the homogeneous society of 1960s Britain. There is no evidence of diverse casting or characters from non-Anglo-Saxon backgrounds driving the narrative.

How does Cash on Demand represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot upholds the sanctity of the banking system and the moral binary of legal versus illegal actions. It does not question the underlying systemic structures.

Does Cash on Demand include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities in this production.

Present on Screen

The film offers a clear, focused look at the suspenseful clichés of 1960s British crime cinema.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks opportunities for female characters to take active roles, treating them primarily as passive subjects of conflict.
The casting and setting reflect a narrow, homogeneous social structure typical of the period.
The story reinforces traditional institutional hierarchies rather than challenging them.

Official Synopsis

A charming but ruthless criminal holds the family of a bank manager hostage as part of a cold-blooded plan to steal £90,000.

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