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High Crime
Representation Score
1.3/10
Minimal
1973
RDirector
Enzo G. Castellari
Runtime
103 minutes
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High Crime is a classic genre piece that emphasizes visceral action and the tension between law enforcement and organized crime. It follows the traditional cinematic structures of the 1970s, focusing on a localized, Eurocentric criminal underworld. The film lacks nuanced character development, emphasizing masculine ability to act and physical violence. While it provides a gritty portrayal of systemic dysfunction and institutional fragility, these elements stem from genre conventions rather than intentional social commentary.
Category Breakdown
Does High Crime have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The story focuses solely on masculine police work and crime, without engaging with queer issues.
How does High Crime portray gender?
The story centers around male-driven conflicts and traditional masculine hierarchies. Female characters do not hold positions of authority or intellectual parity in the narrative.
How racially and ethnically diverse is High Crime?
Set in 1970s Rome, the film features a predominantly homogeneous cast. It does not use diverse ethnic ensembles to advance the plot, reflecting the era’s Eurocentric cinema norms.
How does High Crime represent religion and culture?
The film examines institutional doubt and the erosion of social order. It portrays a decaying urban environment where Western institutions struggle to maintain stability amid rising violence.
Does High Crime include disability representation?
The film does not depict any characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities. Characters are defined by their ability to engage in physical action rather than diverse identities.
Present on Screen
- Offers a gritty, kinetic realism typical of the poliziotteschi genre.
- Provides a compelling depiction of institutional fragility and systemic dysfunction.
Limited or Absent
- Does not include LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight-centered narratives.
- Lacks female characters in positions of authority.
- Maintains a homogeneous cast with limited racial or ethnic diversity.
- Does not represent physical or neurodivergent disabilities.
Official Synopsis
An Italian police inspector matches wits with a powerful European drug ring. As he comes closer to the top of the underworld organization, his odds of survival decrease.
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