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The Safety Match

The Safety Match

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

1954

Director

Konstantin Yudin

Runtime

52 minutes

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The Safety Match is a conventional mid-century Soviet comedy that reinforces the social and romantic norms of its time. While it provides engaging characters within the mystery-comedy genre, the film lacks intentionality regarding diverse representation or the disruption of established hierarchies. The production focuses on social harmony and the rhythms of urban life, creating a cohesive viewing experience but limiting the scope of the film's social commentary to a standardized, optimistic depiction of Soviet society.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Safety Match have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a traditional romantic storyline typical of mid-century Soviet cinema. It focuses on heterosexual relationships and courtship.

How does The Safety Match portray gender?

Fair

Female characters like Vera have comedic roles within urban social spaces. However, they primarily function within romantic relationships rather than challenging masculine authority.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Safety Match?

Limited

The cast reflects a relatively uniform Soviet demographic set in mid-century Moscow. It presents a standardized depiction of the Soviet urban population.

How does The Safety Match represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative emphasizes Soviet social cohesion and an optimistic view of urban life. It prioritizes social harmony and romantic resolution over any critique of the existing social order.

Does The Safety Match include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no documented instances of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. No such figures appear as central plot devices.

Present on Screen

  • Female characters like Vera have meaningful comedic roles in social settings.
  • The film offers a cohesive and optimistic portrayal of Soviet urban life.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative strictly adheres to traditional romantic structures.
  • The cast lacks ethnic or racial diversity, reflecting a homogeneous demographic.
  • There is no representation of characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A man of big status disappears in a small provincial town. An old bored investigator and his young hyperactive assistant are on a trail of a bloody murderer.

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