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A Double Life

Name: A Double Life
Director: George Cukor
Released: 1947
Duration: 104 min

Representation Score

2.3/10

Limited

1947

Director

George Cukor

Runtime

104 minutes

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A Double Life is a classic psychological thriller that emphasizes individualist existentialism over social representation. The film excels in its portrayal of internal conflicts through deep character development, but it adheres to traditional 1940s Hollywood conventions. The narrative structure is rooted in Eurocentric and straight-centered traditions, lacking diverse perspectives and challenging social norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does A Double Life have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses solely on the romantic relationship between the male and female leads, ignoring any LGBTQ+ representation.

How does A Double Life portray gender?

Limited

Ilsa Lund plays a significant role in the story, but her actions are driven by her emotions towards the male lead, reinforcing traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is A Double Life?

Minimal

The film features a predominantly white cast set in post-WWII Berlin. There is no attempt to include actors from diverse backgrounds.

How does A Double Life represent religion and culture?

Fair

The movie delves into moral ambiguity and individual psychological struggles in a post-war setting. It does not critique Western cultural or religious institutions.

Does A Double Life include disability representation?

Limited

The film centers on mental health and psychological dissociation, but these elements serve the thriller's tension rather than offering nuanced neurodivergent representation.

Present on Screen

Sophisticated exploration of complex interpersonal dynamics and character-driven narratives.
In-depth examination of mental health and psychological dissociation.

Limited or Absent

Lack of diverse ethnic representation or racial casting.
No LGBTQ+ or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth gender identities represented.
Dependence on traditional masculine-centric power dynamics in character arcs.

Official Synopsis

A Shakespearian actor starring as Othello opposite his wife finds the character's jealous rage taking over his mind off-stage.

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