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End of the Game

Name: End of the Game
Director: Maximilian Schell
Released: 1975
Duration: 106 min

Representation Score

3.1/10

Limited

1975

Director

Maximilian Schell

Runtime

106 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

End of the Game is a traditional European crime drama that emphasizes psychological complexity and institutional corruption. The narrative centers on the tension between a detective and a powerful businessman, following the genre's standard formulas. The film lacks diverse representation and presents a largely homogeneous demographic reflective of its time period. While it addresses themes of moral relativism and power, it does not actively challenge identity hierarchies or provide diverse representation. Ultimately, the work functions as a character-driven procedural that adheres to the conventional social and demographic norms of the late 1970s.

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Category Breakdown

Does End of the Game have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It follows a traditional detective storyline set in the late 1970s.

How does End of the Game portray gender?

Fair

Anna Crawley plays a significant role, but the investigation is mainly driven by male detectives Baerlach and Tschanz. This indicates a traditional structure where male characters lead the narrative.

How racially and ethnically diverse is End of the Game?

Limited

The film reflects the demographic homogeneity typical of mid-century European crime dramas. The cast and setting are localized and do not show significant racial diversity.

How does End of the Game represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story examines the conflict between personal morality and systemic corruption. It critiques capitalist power structures through the protagonist's pursuit of a businessman, but it remains a traditional investigative drama.

Does End of the Game include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible or mentioned depictions of physical or neurodivergent disabilities. No characters are identified as having disabilities within the narrative.

Present on Screen

Explores complex themes of individual morality versus systemic corruption.
Offers a character-driven look at justice and institutional power.

Limited or Absent

Could benefit from more diverse representation and casting.
Follows traditional gender hierarchies where male detectives lead the narrative.
Maintains a demographic homogeneity typical of mid-century European productions.

Official Synopsis

Hans Baerlach is a Swiss police detective who has dedicated much of his career to pursuing powerful and allegedly murderous businessman Richard Gastmann. Though Baerlach's partner meets his demise while investigating Gastmann, his replacement, Walter Tschanz, is undaunted. Meanwhile, the lovely Anna Crawley becomes involved in the case, which proceeds to take many twists and turns.

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