
The Duel
1981

Representation Score
Limited
1972
Director
Sergiu Nicolaescu
Runtime
95 minutes
Average Rating
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With Clean Hands is a traditional crime thriller that adheres to the established norms of 1970s Eastern European cinema. The narrative centers on a male protagonist's struggle against criminals, emphasizing genre clichés over social complexity. The film lacks depth in reflecting multiple aspects of identity and does not intentionally challenge traditional social hierarchies or provide representation for underrepresented groups.
Category Breakdown
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender. It seems to follow the social norms of 1970s Romania.
The story revolves around a male police officer who navigates a criminal world. Female characters do not play a significant role in driving the plot or challenging traditional hierarchies.
The film reflects the ethnic makeup of Romania during the 1970s. It does not feature multi-ethnic casts or symbolic representations of diversity.
The story focuses on personal morality without addressing the broader social order of the time. It does not explicitly challenge the prevailing social norms of the period.
There is no evidence of physical or neurodivergent disabilities being portrayed in the film.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
A story of an apolitical police commissar who is using odd methods against the gangsters.

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