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Almost Human

Name: Almost Human
Director: Umberto Lenzi
Released: 1974
Duration: 99 min

Representation Score

1.0/10

Minimal

1974

Director

Umberto Lenzi

Runtime

99 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Almost Human is a classic genre piece that emphasizes visceral storytelling and urban chaos over diverse representation. It explores systemic dysfunction within the poliziotteschi tradition. The film provides a cynical critique of Western institutions, such as the police and legal systems, but does not delve deeply into identity-based power dynamics. Ultimately, the narrative stays true to the traditional masculine and demographic norms of 1970s Italian crime cinema.

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Category Breakdown

Does Almost Human have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film adheres to traditional masculine norms and does not include any representations of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender gender expressions.

How does Almost Human portray gender?

Limited

The narrative centers around male archetypes like tough cops and ruthless criminals, with female characters serving mainly as secondary figures or catalysts for conflict.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Almost Human?

Minimal

The cast is primarily white and Italian, focusing on socioeconomic differences rather than diverse ethnic or racial backgrounds.

How does Almost Human represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film critically examines the stability of Western institutions, particularly the police and legal systems, portraying them as potentially ineffective or brutal.

Does Almost Human include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no depictions of physical or neurodivergent disabilities. Characters are defined by their roles in violent conflicts or as victims.

Present on Screen

Offers a critical look at the stability and effectiveness of Western institutions, particularly the police and legal systems.
Captures the moral ambiguity and breakdown of social order in urban decay settings.

Limited or Absent

Does not represent LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender gender expressions.
Reinforces traditional gender hierarchies by focusing ability to act almost entirely on male-driven action.
Features a homogeneous cast with little to no representation of diverse ethnic or racial backgrounds.
Lacks any portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A psychotic small-time criminal realizes that the everyday robberies, rapes and murders he commits aren't profitable enough, so he figures to hit the big time by kidnapping the daughter of a rich man.

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