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Money Movers

Money Movers

Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

1978

R

Director

Bruce Beresford

Runtime

92 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Money Movers is a gritty crime thriller that emphasizes masculine-coded action and institutional conflict. Set within a high-security correctional facility, the film's narrative is confined to a narrow demographic scope, focusing on the execution of a prison break. Adhering closely to the conventions of 1970s Australian crime cinema, the film prioritizes tactical execution over multi-layered identities or diverse social perspectives. Ultimately, it remains within the conventional demographic boundaries of its time, lacking representation for women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities.

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Category Breakdown

Does Money Movers have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses solely on male characters and does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or representations of same-sex relationships.

How does Money Movers portray gender?

Minimal

The cast consists entirely of male inmates and guards, reinforcing traditional gender roles and preventing any exploration of gender dynamics.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Money Movers?

Limited

The film features an ensemble that is predominantly white, reflecting the demographics of late-1970s Australian crime cinema. It does not challenge the racial homogeneity of its era.

How does Money Movers represent religion and culture?

Fair

The plot centers on the tension between prisoners and state authority, but it does not explicitly address political or anti-capitalist themes.

Does Money Movers include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with visible or invisible disabilities, nor does it incorporate disability into its narrative.

Present on Screen

  • The film offers a focused look at institutional friction and the breakdown of authority within a prison setting.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks gender diversity, featuring only male characters.
  • There is no representation of LGBTQ+ individuals or characters with disabilities.
  • The racial makeup is largely homogeneous, reflecting the era's limited ethnic diversity.

Official Synopsis

A group of crooks plan a heist to steal twenty million dollars from a Security Firm counting house.

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