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Ivory Coast Adventure

Ivory Coast Adventure

Representation Score

2.0/10

Limited

1965

Director

Christian-Jaque

Runtime

84 minutes

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Ivory Coast Adventure (1965) is a conventional mid-century adventure film that prioritizes classic genre clichés over identity-driven narratives. The plot focuses on masculine-led conflict and the pursuit of material wealth through a treasure hunt. The film reflects the standard cinematic conventions of its era. It utilizes a non-Western setting as a backdrop for a Western-style adventure rather than exploring complex social hierarchies. Ultimately, the production lacks progressive representation, favoring escapism and traditional heroism over the deconstruction of social or cultural norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does Ivory Coast Adventure have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any non-cisgender identities or LGBTQ+ characters who take an active role in the story. It assumes everyone is straight and cisgender, reflecting the conventions of 1960s adventure cinema.

How does Ivory Coast Adventure portray gender?

Limited

The story centers around male characters such as an embassy attaché and a butterfly hunter. Female characters seem to play minor roles, possibly serving as secondary romantic interests.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Ivory Coast Adventure?

Fair

Set in the Ivory Coast, the film may rely on colonial-era perspectives, using the exotic setting without delving into deeper character development that reflects multiple aspects of identity.

How does Ivory Coast Adventure represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative follows a traditional Western adventure format centered on treasure hunting. It reinforces established institutional frameworks without challenging broader social or cultural norms.

Does Ivory Coast Adventure include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information available regarding the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent characters in this production.

Present on Screen

  • Uses an interesting international setting in the Ivory Coast for adventure storytelling.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks meaningful roles for female characters within the central plot.
  • Relies on traditional masculine archetypes rather than diverse character perspectives.
  • Potential use of colonial-era clichés regarding the non-Western setting.
  • Absence of LGBTQ+ representation or non-cisgender identities.

Official Synopsis

An Embassy attache and a butterfly hunter become involved in a treasure hunt between two rival gangs.

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