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Blueprint of Murder

Name: Blueprint of Murder
Director: Kihachi Okamoto
Released: 1961
Duration: 73 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

1961

Director

Kihachi Okamoto

Runtime

73 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Blueprint of Murder is a crime mystery that emphasizes plot intricacy and institutional critique over diverse character representation. While the film provides a nuanced view of corporate negligence and espionage, it adheres to the demographic and social norms of 1960s Japanese cinema. The narrative leans heavily on traditional archetypes like the male investigator and the femme fatale, reinforcing mid-century gender roles without offering multi-layered depth. Ultimately, the film's strength lies in its examination of systemic corruption rather than its ability to challenge social hierarchies or offer diverse identity perspectives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Blueprint of Murder have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender identities. The story centers on male characters involved in a crime investigation.

How does Blueprint of Murder portray gender?

Limited

Female characters are portrayed through the femme fatale cliché, which emphasizes their role in supporting male characters' actions rather than showing independent strength. The narrative focuses on male-driven investigations.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Blueprint of Murder?

Fair

Given its 1961 release date, the film reflects the homogeneous demographics typical of that time period. It does not highlight multi-ethnic casting or minority representation.

How does Blueprint of Murder represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story critiques institutional corruption within corporate and journalistic settings. While it challenges systemic issues, it stays within the traditional social structures of mid-20th century Japan.

Does Blueprint of Murder include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities. The plot and characters focus on typical crime and mystery themes.

Present on Screen

Provides a sophisticated critique of corporate negligence and institutional corruption.
Features a dynamic, high-energy narrative that challenges traditional crime genre expectations.

Limited or Absent

Does not include any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-traditional gender characters.
Relies on conventional gender clichés that limit female characters' independence.
Does not represent characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Yuzo Kayama plays the protagonist, a whale-hunting cannon manufactuing supervisor, whose brother is an automobile tester for Komatsu Motors which has a fatal accident. As his brother investigates the "Accident" with his old college friend (makoto Sato), now a reporter... They stumble across murder, espionage and cover-ups. High-class night club, femme fatale, and a "Blueprint of Murder" all adds up to a bigger plot then first expected.

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