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The Clever Bird

Name: The Clever Bird
Director: Orestis Laskos
Released: 1961
Duration: 91 min

Representation Score

2.7/10

Limited

1961

Director

Orestis Laskos

Runtime

91 minutes

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The Clever Bird adheres to the established cinematic conventions of 1961. While it slightly deviates from the passive female stereotype by showcasing the heroine's professional competence, the narrative ultimately reinforces the social status quo through a traditional romantic lens. The film lacks diversity in terms of identity and social structure, reflecting the era's homogeneous demographic norms. It prioritizes a standard romantic hierarchy and the preservation of capitalist structures over any progressive themes.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Clever Bird have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The story focuses on a typical heterosexual relationship between a woman and her employer. There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or critiques of heterosexuality.

How does The Clever Bird portray gender?

Fair

The protagonist shows intelligence and initiative by helping her boss overcome business problems. However, the plot maintains a traditional romantic dynamic.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Clever Bird?

Limited

The film likely mirrors the homogeneous society of 1961 Greece. There is no indication of diverse ethnic integration or race-bent casting.

How does The Clever Bird represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative upholds mid-century ideals of social order and hard work. It emphasizes traditional values without challenging Western institutions.

Does The Clever Bird include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

The female lead demonstrates professional intelligence and initiative by resolving her employer's business issues.

Limited or Absent

The narrative relies heavily on traditional romantic hierarchies and conventional social structures.
The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities and multi-ethnic perspectives.

Official Synopsis

A poor but hardworking and proud young woman falls in love with her boss and manages to save him from many problems troubling his business.

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