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The Cool Guy

Name: The Cool Guy
Director: Yuriy Dubrovin
Released: 1972
Duration: 76 min

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

1972

Director

Yuriy Dubrovin

Runtime

76 minutes

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The film is a traditional action-thriller set in the geopolitical context of the early 1970s Soviet Union. It emphasizes individual resilience and technical skill within a competitive international arena. While the international setting introduces a variety of foreign competitors, the core themes center on masculine archetypes and state-aligned values. The film serves more as a vehicle for national pride rather than a deep exploration of diverse social identities.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Cool Guy have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

This film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. The plot centers around professional competition and social norms of the era.

How does The Cool Guy portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around a male protagonist in a male-dominated racing environment. It highlights masculine traits such as courage and confidence, reinforcing traditional leadership roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Cool Guy?

Fair

The international rally setting suggests ethnic diversity through various foreign competitors. However, the narrative primarily focuses on the Soviet experience and geopolitical viewpoint.

How does The Cool Guy represent religion and culture?

Fair

The film uses anti-capitalist framing, depicting foreign firms as obstacles to success. It emphasizes collective struggle and technical excellence aligned with Soviet-era values.

Does The Cool Guy include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities in this film.

Present on Screen

The international rally setting showcases a range of global characters and competitors.
The narrative promotes themes of mutual assistance and collective struggle.

Limited or Absent

The film heavily relies on traditional masculine archetypes and leadership clichés.
The plot lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities and neurodivergent perspectives.
The cultural perspective is limited by a specific, state-aligned geopolitical lens.

Official Synopsis

Soviet engineer Viktor Loginov, who came to one of the East as a technical representative of the Minsk Automobile Plant, had to take part in an international rally due to the illness of a professional racer. Among the experienced aces from other countries, Victor was a beginner. Many representatives of foreign firms are interested in losing in the most difficult struggle. This would give an occasion to close the path to the world market for the new Soviet machine. But courage, mutual assistance and self-confidence help Victor overcome all stages of the most difficult path, where the danger came from both nature and people.

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