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120, rue de la Gare

Name: 120, rue de la Gare
Director: Jacques Daniel-Norman
Released: 1946
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

1946

Director

Jacques Daniel-Norman

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

This 1946 crime procedural emphasizes the mechanics of a mystery over social representation. The narrative follows Inspector Burma’s journey from Lyon to Paris to uncover a mysterious firm. The film upholds traditional hierarchies, with ability to act centered in a male lead. It functions as a conventional genre piece that adheres to the demographic and social norms of mid-century Europe. Ultimately, the work lacks intentional consideration of overlapping identities, focusing instead on a period-specific investigation into crime and procedural twists.

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Category Breakdown

Does 120, rue de la Gare have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-straight or non-cisgender identities. It follows traditional social norms and character types from the 1940s.

How does 120, rue de la Gare portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around Inspector Burma, a male protagonist who drives the investigation. Women do not play a significant role in driving the plot.

How racially and ethnically diverse is 120, rue de la Gare?

Limited

Set in mid-20th century France, the film reflects the homogeneous demographics of the time. There is no evidence of diverse characters or race-bent casting.

How does 120, rue de la Gare represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative focuses on individual crimes and detective work without challenging societal institutions. It operates within the moral and social norms of post-war French cinema.

Does 120, rue de la Gare include disability representation?

Minimal

A dying man serves as a plot device to trigger the mystery. The film does not explore disability in a nuanced way.

Present on Screen

The film presents a classic, engaging mystery structure with twists and turns.
The geographic movement from Lyon to Paris creates a dynamic setting for the investigation.

Limited or Absent

The narrative relies on traditional gender hierarchies and male-centric ability to act.
The film lacks diverse representation, reflecting the homogeneous norms of its era.
Disability is used only as a functional plot device rather than a nuanced character trait.

Official Synopsis

On the verge of death, a man entrusts Inspector Burma with an address. Burma conducts a difficult investigation with many twists and turns, which takes him from Lyon to Paris, following in the footsteps of the members of a mysterious business firm.

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