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The wildcard Labroukos

Name: The wildcard Labroukos
Director: Kostas Karagiannis
Released: 1981
Duration: 89 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

1981

Director

Kostas Karagiannis

Runtime

89 minutes

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The Wildcard Labroukos is a typical 1981 Greek comedy that adheres to the social and narrative conventions of its time. It follows a standard hero's journey focused on gambling and romance, reinforcing established social dynamics. The film lacks intentional efforts to explore diverse or subversive themes. Instead, it centers on individual success and the restoration of order through skill.

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Category Breakdown

Does The wildcard Labroukos have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film follows a heterosexual romance between a man and a widow. There are no indications of LGBTQ themes or non-binary gender identities.

How does The wildcard Labroukos portray gender?

Fair

The female lead runs a nightclub but is primarily portrayed as a romantic prize for the male protagonist. This reinforces traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The wildcard Labroukos?

Limited

The film reflects the homogeneous population of 1981 Greece. It lacks multicultural elements or diverse ethnic representation.

How does The wildcard Labroukos represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story emphasizes individual achievement within a capitalist system. It upholds traditional social structures without challenging them.

Does The wildcard Labroukos include disability representation?

Minimal

The narrative does not include any characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

The female lead has economic independence as a nightclub and casino owner.

Limited or Absent

The romantic plot reinforces traditional gender roles by depicting the female lead as a prize.
The film lacks multicultural or ethnic diversity in its setting and casting.
There is no representation of LGBTQ identities or queer themes.

Official Synopsis

An unbeatable gentleman, he meet a widow, owner of a nightclub that has a hidden casino in its own. He goes in the club, plays cards and wins at first. But when he starts to lose large amounts, he understands that he has been the victim of gamblers. His reaction is immediate, he takes lessons from professional gamblers, and avenues his opponents. In the end, he also wins the beautiful widow.

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