
Molly's Game
2017

Representation Score
Good
2016
RDirector
John Madden
Runtime
133 minutes
Average Rating
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Miss Sloane is a character study in power that succeeds by aggressively subverting traditional gender expectations. Elizabeth Sloane is a formidable protagonist who operates with a level of calculation that challenges traditional feminine archetypes, making her the primary driver of the plot. However, the film's impact is limited by a narrow demographic scope. The narrative remains tethered to a homogeneous, white-dominated professional environment, offering almost no representation for LGBTQ+ individuals or people with disabilities. Ultimately, the film is a polarizing mix of progressive gender dynamics and conservative demographic casting. It excels at deconstructing Western political institutions but fails to reflect a diverse social reality.
Category Breakdown
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or explore non-straight relationships. The social context stays focused on professional and political life without touching on queer identity.
Elizabeth Sloane upends traditional gender roles through her immense intellect and strategic prowess. She dominates male-dominated spaces, challenging nurturing female stereotypes.
The cast is predominantly white, reflecting professional circles in Washington, D.C. The story lacks significant minority involvement or intentional color-blind casting.
The film provides a sophisticated critique of Western political institutions and capitalist systems. It portrays American lobbying as a cynical, transactional system ripe for manipulation.
There is no significant focus on visible or invisible disabilities. Characters are defined by their professional roles rather than by neurodivergence or physical disabilities.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
An ambitious lobbyist faces off against the powerful gun lobby in an attempt to pass gun control legislation.

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