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Ocean's Eleven

Name: Ocean's Eleven
Director: Steven Soderbergh
Released: 2001
Duration: 116 min

Representation Score

1.5/10

Minimal

2001

PG-13

Director

Steven Soderbergh

Runtime

116 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Ocean's Eleven is a genre-driven ensemble piece that emphasizes stylistic cohesion and professional competence over social representation. The film reinforces traditional hierarchies, especially in gender dynamics and heterosexual relationships. While the casting includes actors of different races, the characters are defined by their roles in the heist rather than their ethnic backgrounds. The narrative focuses on the 'cool' professionalism of the crew, leaving little room for stories that explore social issues or identity complexities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Ocean's Eleven have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender identities. The plot focuses on traditional heterosexual relationships.

How does Ocean's Eleven portray gender?

Limited

The film is predominantly centered around male characters, with power concentrated among male specialists. Female characters like Tess serve mainly as objects of desire and narrative catalysts rather than having independent roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Ocean's Eleven?

Fair

The cast includes actors of various racial backgrounds, but the characters are defined by their roles in the heist rather than their ethnic identities.

How does Ocean's Eleven represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film portrays criminal activity as a professional pursuit, emphasizing individual competence and charisma over moral or social critiques.

Does Ocean's Eleven include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

The film features a racially diverse cast.
The film avoids a homogeneous white depiction of the specialist crew.

Limited or Absent

The film fails the Bechdel test, as female characters rarely interact independently of men.
Female characters lack independent roles and often serve only as motivations for the male protagonist.
The narrative lacks depth in exploring ethnic identity or systemic experiences.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender identities.

Official Synopsis

Less than 24 hours into his parole, charismatic thief Danny Ocean is already rolling out his next plan: In one night, Danny's hand-picked crew of specialists will attempt to steal more than $150 million from three Las Vegas casinos. But to score the cash, Danny risks his chances of reconciling with ex-wife, Tess.

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