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The Small White Mouse

Name: The Small White Mouse
Director: Gottfried Kolditz
Released: 1964
Duration: 76 min

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

1964

Director

Gottfried Kolditz

Runtime

76 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

This film functions as a traditional mid-century romantic comedy, adhering closely to the social norms of its production era. It lacks the complexity and diversity needed for a higher diversity rating. However, it offers a nuanced portrayal of female empowerment, with Helene using social disruption to navigate traditional courtship barriers. Ultimately, the narrative remains focused on a homogeneous setting, emphasizing civic order and interpersonal dynamics.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Small White Mouse have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a traditional romance between Fritz and Helene, without any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender characters.

How does The Small White Mouse portray gender?

Fair

Helene actively shapes the plot through strategic risk-taking, showcasing a level of female empowerment that contrasts with more passive mid-century roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Small White Mouse?

Limited

The cast reflects a uniform social environment typical of the time and place, with no blending of racial backgrounds in the main storyline.

How does The Small White Mouse represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story emphasizes civic interactions and personal relationships, prioritizing social dynamics over religious or traditional family structures.

Does The Small White Mouse include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with visible or invisible disabilities, nor does it use disability as a narrative device.

Present on Screen

Helene takes control of the plot through strategic actions, demonstrating strong female empowerment.
The film challenges traditional gender roles by featuring a female protagonist who drives the plot tactically.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks racial and ethnic diversity, depicting a very homogeneous social environment.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender characters.
The film does not depict or engage with any characters having disabilities.

Official Synopsis

„White mouse“ Fritz controls the traffic on Dresden’s Körner Square. Helene, who crosses the junction on her motor scooter every day, has taken a shine to Fritz a long while ago. Although Fritz yields right-of-way to her remarkably often, the two have not spoken to each other. In order to finally get to know him better, Helene deliberately performs a traffic violation. Her plan is working: She is ordered to take road safety education lessons from Fritz and they get closer. New problems arise in the shape of Mrs. Messmer who must pay a monetary fine. She feels discriminated against by Fritz and complains about him to his supervisor.

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