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For One Night..!

For One Night..!

Representation Score

0.4/10

Minimal

1932

Director

Jean Godard

Runtime

77 minutes

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For One Night..! is a period drama that adheres strictly to the conventional social hierarchies and narrative clichés of 1932. The story relies on a melodramatic structure where character motivations are driven by romantic obsession and jealousy. The film presents a homogeneous view of French social life, focusing on individual romantic fate rather than exploring diverse identities or social critiques. Ultimately, the work reflects the limited representation typical of early 20th-century European cinema, prioritizing traditional gender roles and Eurocentric settings.

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Category Breakdown

Does For One Night..! have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a traditional heterosexual relationship and does not include any non-cisgender identities or same-sex relationships.

How does For One Night..! portray gender?

Limited

Stella Maris is portrayed as a 'femme fatale,' serving as a catalyst for male tragedy. Male characters drive the plot through traditional responses to jealousy.

How racially and ethnically diverse is For One Night..!?

Minimal

The setting suggests a Eurocentric narrative focused on French naval circles. There is no indication of a diverse cast or non-white characters.

How does For One Night..! represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story follows standard melodramatic structures centered on romantic obsession. It adheres to traditional Western storytelling norms of the era and lacks systemic critique.

Does For One Night..! include disability representation?

Minimal

The narrative does not mention any characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

  • The film provides a clear, focused exploration of classic melodramatic themes like romantic obsession and tragic fate.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative relies heavily on the 'femme fatale' cliché, which limits the female protagonist's role.
  • The story lacks racial and cultural diversity, presenting a very homogeneous Eurocentric perspective.
  • There is a complete absence of LGBTQ+ representation or non-cisgender identities.

Official Synopsis

In a chic nightclub, a navel officer admires his new love, the singer Stella Maris. A fellow officer warns him not to get involved with this woman and tells the tragic story of a sailor who lost everything because of his love for her. Some years before, in the port of Toulon, a sailor, Jean, met Stella in a bar. The two danced and instantly Jean realised he was love. The sailor later traced Stella to her home in St Tropez where, having forced his way into her bedroom, he spent the night with her. Some days later, Jean saw Stella in the company of another man. Driven by jealousy, he deserted his post and decided to put an end to his days…

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