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A Clever Crook

A Clever Crook

2019

Director

Lucas Bernard

Runtime

104 minutes

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Synopsis

Commissioner Beffrois waits for retirement with mixed enthusiasm when a theft of paintings catches his attention.

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Diversity & Representation

Overall Score

3.8/10

Limited


Category Breakdown

LGBTQ+ Representation

Limited

The film lacks explicit evidence of LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisnormative identities. The narrative focuses on a standard comedic theft premise, suggesting no intentional focus on queer visibility.

Gender Representation

Fair

The story centers on a male protagonist, Commissioner Beffrois. While female performers are part of the cast, the roles appear to follow conventional comedic archetypes without clear shifts in gendered agency.

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

Limited

The cast is primarily composed of French actors within a traditional European context. The production reflects a relatively homogeneous demographic typical of mid-budget European comedies.

Religious & Cultural Diversity

Fair

The film utilizes a traditional institutional framework involving the police. It follows a standard crime investigation plot without evidence of narratives that deconstruct Western institutions.

Disability Representation

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the inclusion of characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.

Strengths

  • The film features a professional cast of French actors, including Swann Arlaud and Charles Berling.

Areas for Improvement

  • The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities and non-cisnormative characters.
  • There is a notable absence of racial and ethnic diversity within the cast.
  • The narrative does not provide evidence of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
  • Gender roles appear to follow traditional comedic archetypes rather than subverting hierarchies.

AI Analysis

A Clever Crook operates within the traditional boundaries of the French comedy genre. It relies on established narrative structures and conventional demographic representations rather than attempting to subvert social hierarchies or provide intersectional character arcs. The production lacks intentionality regarding queer visibility or racial diversity, presenting a demographic that is largely homogeneous. The focus remains on a standard professional transition and a crime-based plot. Ultimately, the film functions as a localized genre piece that adheres to mainstream European storytelling norms without disrupting established social or cultural frameworks.

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