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With Clean Hands

With Clean Hands

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

1972

Director

Sergiu Nicolaescu

Runtime

95 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

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.

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Category Breakdown

Does With Clean Hands have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

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.

How does With Clean Hands portray gender?

Fair

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.

How racially and ethnically diverse is With Clean Hands?

Limited

The film reflects the ethnic makeup of Romania during the 1970s. It does not feature multi-ethnic casts or symbolic representations of diversity.

How does With Clean Hands represent religion and culture?

Limited

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.

Does With Clean Hands include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of physical or neurodivergent disabilities being portrayed in the film.

Present on Screen

  • Offers a strong technical foundation for exploring complex characters within the crime genre.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks complexity in reflecting multiple aspects of identity and does not intentionally challenge traditional social hierarchies.
  • Narrative ability to act is almost entirely focused on a male protagonist.
  • Does not feature diverse ethnic or LGBTQ+ representation.

Official Synopsis

A story of an apolitical police commissar who is using odd methods against the gangsters.

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