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Burglar

Name: Burglar
Director: Hugh Wilson
Released: 1987
Duration: 103 min

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

1987

Director

Hugh Wilson

Runtime

103 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film centers around a capable female protagonist who challenges traditional gender roles by using her intellect to navigate complex legal and criminal scenarios. However, the film lacks diversity in its portrayal of race and ethnicity, focusing primarily on a white, upper-middle-class setting. Additionally, there is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or disabilities. Overall, the film's diversity is limited to its critique of class and gender norms, while remaining within the conventional social boundaries of its time.

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Category Breakdown

Does Burglar have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows typical romantic comedy conventions and focuses on a traditional relationship between the main characters without delving into diverse sexual orientations or gender identities.

How does Burglar portray gender?

Fair

Bernice Rhodenbarr stands out as a strong female lead who actively drives the plot with her intelligence and specialized skills, ensuring she is not just a passive character.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Burglar?

Limited

The story unfolds in a largely homogenous, upper-middle-class, white social circle. There is minimal racial or ethnic diversity among the main characters and supporting cast.

How does Burglar represent religion and culture?

Good

The story presents a humorous take on wealth and class, portraying theft from the rich as a form of rebellion against capitalist property rights.

Does Burglar include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no representation of physical, sensory, or neurodevelopmental disabilities in the film. No characters with such conditions appear in the primary or supporting roles.

Present on Screen

The film features a strong female protagonist who drives the plot with her intelligence and specialized skills.
The narrative offers a witty critique of wealth and class through a comedic lens.

Limited or Absent

The cast is predominantly white and lacks significant racial or ethnic diversity.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities, neurodevelopmental differences, or physical disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Bernice "Bernie" Rhodenbarr is a burglar by trade, and she runs a bookstore as well. Her friend Carl Hefler is a dog groomer. After a successful burglary, it's discovered that a dead body was in the house she burgled. As she's the only one who can be placed at the scene of the crime, she has to use her criminal skills to clear her name of the murder AND avoid getting charged with the burglary.

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