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An Ideal Husband

Name: An Ideal Husband
Director: William P. Cartlidge
Released: 1999
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

1999

Director

William P. Cartlidge

Runtime

90 minutes

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An Ideal Husband is a conventional political comedy that emphasizes traditional narrative structures. The plot revolves around Robert Chiltern’s efforts to maintain his reputation and marriage amid blackmail, adhering to established social norms rather than challenging them. While the film provides a significant role to its female antagonist, it lacks complexity in representing multiple aspects of diversity. The story operates primarily within the confines of traditional Western storytelling clichés, focusing on institutional integrity and personal scandal.

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Category Breakdown

Does An Ideal Husband have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film centers around a marriage and political strategies. There is no indication of non-straight or non-cisgender identities or stories that question the assumption that everyone is straight.

How does An Ideal Husband portray gender?

Fair

Laura Cheveley serves as a strong female antagonist who drives the plot through blackmail. However, the story remains grounded in traditional gender roles related to marriage.

How racially and ethnically diverse is An Ideal Husband?

Minimal

The setting implies a uniform social environment. There is no evidence of diverse casting or challenging Anglo-centric norms.

How does An Ideal Husband represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative explores the tension between personal morality and public image. It seems rooted in traditional Western social hierarchies like marriage and political reputation.

Does An Ideal Husband include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. No representation of neurodivergent individuals is present in the film.

Present on Screen

Laura Cheveley, the female antagonist, plays a significant role in driving the plot's conflict.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks complexity in representing multiple aspects of diversity, such as LGBTQ+, racial, or disabled communities.
The narrative adheres to conventional social structures and lacks representation for diverse groups.

Official Synopsis

Rising politician Robert Chiltern once sold secret information and is now being blackmailed by Laura Cheveley. She has proof, and it will damage his career and marriage severely. Chiltern calls in the help of his friend Arthur Goring.

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