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The 355

The 355

Representation Score

8.2/10

Excellent

2022

PG-13

Director

Simon Kinberg

Runtime

122 minutes

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The film '355' successfully subverts the action-thriller genre by centering a multi-ethnic, all-female ensemble in positions of systemic authority. By replacing traditional male-dominated hierarchies with women of color in roles of supreme competence, the film challenges patriarchal and Western-centric norms. However, its impact is limited by its adherence to traditional institutional frameworks and a lack of representation for LGBTQ+ identities or neurodivergent characters. While it excels in racial and gender empowerment, it remains a mainstream product that prioritizes professional cooperation over deeper social or identity-based explorations.

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Category Breakdown

Does The 355 have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film follows a conventional framework that assumes everyone is straight or cisgender. It emphasizes professional solidarity rather than storylines centered around LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight-centered characters.

How does The 355 portray gender?

Excellent

This film breaks spy genre clichés by replacing male hierarchies with an all-female ensemble. It centers women's ability to drive the story, showcasing their intellectual and physical capabilities.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The 355?

Excellent

A global casting approach features a diverse array of ethnicities. Characters from various backgrounds play significant roles, challenging the Anglo-centric dominance of Western espionage.

How does The 355 represent religion and culture?

Good

The narrative promotes international cooperation and secular pragmatism over nationalist interests. It avoids heavy-handed religious moralizing but adheres to standard institutional structures.

Does The 355 include disability representation?

Fair

The film does not significantly address visible or invisible disabilities. Characters are defined by the peak physical performance required for high-stakes espionage.

Present on Screen

  • Radically restructures gender dynamics through an all-female ensemble.
  • Features high racial diversity while avoiding including someone from a minority group without giving them real depth by giving characters significant roles.
  • Effectively challenges the traditional male-dominated spy genre hierarchy.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities or queer-coded narratives.
  • Does not explore physical or neurodivergent disabilities in a nuanced way.
  • Relies on standard institutional and nationalist structures within the plot.

Official Synopsis

A group of top female agents from American, British, Chinese, Colombian, and German government agencies are drawn together to try and stop an organization from acquiring a deadly weapon to send the world into chaos.

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