
Ebony, Ivory & Jade
1976

1988
Director
Lee Doo-yong
Runtime
91 minutes
Average Rating
No ratings yetSynopsis
The evil criminal leader Kendrick has kidnapped an elderly biochemist who holds the secret to creating a biological superweapon. The only person who can possibly stop Kendrick and his gang is L. A. cop Sam Kettle and martial arts master Jun Kim (uncle of a little girl also kidnapped by Kendrick). Together, they go to war against an army of ninjas to rescue the hostages and bring their kidnappers to justice.
Overall Score
Fair
Category Breakdown
LGBTQ+ Representation
The film lacks identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. Character dynamics focus on professional alliances and traditional interpersonal relationships within the criminal underworld.
Gender Representation
Female characters demonstrate significant physical agency and combat expertise. They subvert the 'damsel in distress' trope by acting as primary aggressors and skilled martial artists.
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
The film features a predominantly East Asian cast that avoids common Western whitewashing. The narrative prioritizes local perspectives through a cohesive and culturally authentic ensemble.
Religious & Cultural Diversity
The story follows traditional genre tropes with a clear moral dichotomy. It lacks systemic critique or the deconstruction of institutions, focusing instead on justice and retribution.
Disability Representation
There are no discernible depictions of visible or invisible disabilities. No characters with disabilities are utilized as narrative devices.
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AI Analysis
Silent Assassins is a period-specific action thriller that leans heavily into established late-80s genre conventions. It prioritizes high-stakes conflict and physical prowess over complex socio-political subtext. The film's primary strength is its subversion of gendered combat roles, granting women tactical dominance. However, the narrative remains conservative, lacking the intersectional layers or anti-establishment themes found in more progressive works. While culturally authentic to its East Asian production context, the film operates within a standard framework of hero-versus-villain archetypes, resulting in a score that reflects both its agency and its narrative simplicity.

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