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Night Crew

Name: Night Crew
Director: Boris Tokarev
Released: 1987
Duration: 95 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

1987

Director

Boris Tokarev

Runtime

95 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Night Crew is a traditional crime drama that follows the demographic norms of its time. The story centers around a male-centric perspective of delinquency, highlighting the consequences of a group of students' reckless actions. The film lacks diverse representation, with female characters playing minor roles and no evidence of LGBTQ+ or multi-ethnic characters.

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Category Breakdown

Does Night Crew have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. The portrayal of a male student group suggests a traditional focus on masculinity.

How does Night Crew portray gender?

Fair

Male characters drive the plot, while female characters play secondary roles. The two female characters seem to have limited influence, acting more as observers in the main conflict.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Night Crew?

Limited

The film reflects a relatively uniform social environment. There is no indication of diverse casting or the use of varied cultural symbols within the story.

How does Night Crew represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story serves as a cautionary tale about social dysfunction and lawlessness. It focuses on local transgressions rather than a broader critique of societal institutions.

Does Night Crew include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities mentioned. The film does not address neurodivergence or physical disabilities.

Present on Screen

Provides a clear, localized depiction of social dysfunction and the consequences of lawlessness.

Limited or Absent

Female characters have limited influence and appear primarily as secondary participants.
Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ characters or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth identities.
The cast appears homogeneous, lacking racial or ethnic diversity.

Official Synopsis

One July evening, a vocational school student nicknamed Rooster, a second-year student Balda and the well-read Kid started a fight. And when they saw the police car, the friends fled, stole the car and took two girls with them. However, the night crew's fun will end with tragic consequences.

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