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Wide Open

Name: Wide Open
Director: Gustav Wiklund
Released: 1974
Duration: 98 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

1974

Unrated

Director

Gustav Wiklund

Runtime

98 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Wide Open operates within the conventional boundaries of 1970s crime-drama storytelling. The narrative relies on established archetypes, such as the philandering man and the woman in distress, reinforcing traditional social hierarchies. The film lacks multi-layered complexity, offering little in the way of demographic intentionality or progressive narrative subversion. It functions as a standard character study of interpersonal conflict and urban crime. The narrative structure is formulaic, relying on familiar patterns and clichés. It does not challenge common expectations or offer new perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Wide Open have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-binary or transgender identities. The main storyline revolves around a traditional romantic relationship involving a man, his girlfriend, and her sister.

How does Wide Open portray gender?

Limited

Female characters primarily serve as catalysts for the male protagonist's journey. Despite being central to the conflict, they have limited control over the events.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Wide Open?

Limited

The film lacks racial diversity, adhering to a typical urban drama framework without incorporating characters from various ethnic backgrounds.

How does Wide Open represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story centers on individual moral failings and crime clichés. It does not delve into systemic critiques or cultural deconstruction.

Does Wide Open include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities featured in the narrative.

Present on Screen

Central female characters drive the primary plot conflict.

Limited or Absent

The narrative relies on traditional gender hierarchies where women act as recipients of male intervention.
There is a notable absence of racial diversity or characters with intersecting identities.
The story lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities or disability-related narratives.

Official Synopsis

A philandering cab driver decides to help his girlfriend's attractive sister, who is in trouble with drug dealers.

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