Unsatisfied
1972
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 2.0 out of 10
You are here:
Misdeal
Representation Score
3.3/10
Limited
1969
Director
Sergio Gobbi
Runtime
96 minutes
Average Rating
No ratings yetNew Showbiz Analysis
Misdeal is a traditional psychological thriller that prioritizes suspense and identity theft over social critique. The narrative architecture is built around individual greed and the mechanics of a high-stakes deception. The film adheres to the genre clichés of its era, focusing on masculine-driven plots of financial maneuvering. It lacks diverse representation or narratives that challenge established social hierarchies. Ultimately, the film functions as a character study of moral ambiguity rather than an exploration of systemic identity politics.
Category Breakdown
Does Misdeal have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any explicit LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. It follows the conventional social frameworks of late 1960s European thrillers.
How does Misdeal portray gender?
The plot centers on male protagonists and figures of authority. There is little evidence of female character arcs or the subversion of gender hierarchies.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Misdeal?
While the Amazon is mentioned, the focus remains on European protagonists. The film reflects the Eurocentric perspectives common in 1960s suspense cinema.
How does Misdeal represent religion and culture?
The story explores deception and greed through a character study. It does not explicitly critique Western institutions or present specific political sentiments.
Does Misdeal include disability representation?
There is no mention of characters possessing visible or invisible disabilities within the narrative.
Present on Screen
- The film offers a complex psychological study of individual greed and moral relativism.
Limited or Absent
- The narrative lacks diverse representation, focusing almost exclusively on Eurocentric perspectives and male-driven plots.
- There is a notable absence of LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.
Official Synopsis
A musician named Jacques Christens, is given a proposition by an old man. For ten million Francs he is asked to impersonate a certain Paul de Baer – a man who is supposedly exiled in the Amazone. Christens is told this scheme will save Mr. Baer from ruin. An adaptation of Boileau and Narcejac's "D'entre les Morts".
Where to Watch
Find another title
Type to search for movies. Use arrow keys to navigate suggestions, Enter to select or search, Escape to close.
Similar Movies
The MacKintosh Man
1973
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 0.4 out of 10
The Scapegoat
1959
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 3.6 out of 10
The Passenger
1975
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 7.0 out of 10
Playmates
1968
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 0.5 out of 10
Joy House
1964
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 4.0 out of 10
And This Way to the Exit
1957
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 1.6 out of 10
The Prize
1963
No user ratings available yet
Representation score: 1.8 out of 10
Rate this Movie
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts on this movie!
Use the rating form above to leave a star rating and optional review.