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Tigris

Name: Tigris
Director: Vincenzo Denizot
Released: 1913
Duration: 48 min

Representation Score

1.6/10

Minimal

1913

Director

Vincenzo Denizot

Runtime

48 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Tigris is a product of its time, functioning as a classic silent-era crime thriller. The narrative is centered on a traditional cat-and-mouse game between a renowned detective and a criminal gang, focusing on genre clichés rather than social complexity. The film adheres to the homogeneous social structures of early 20th-century European cinema. It emphasizes established power dynamics and conventional hero archetypes, offering almost no disruption to the historical social hierarchies of the period. Given that the story centers on a male-driven conflict within a European context, it lacks the breadth of representation found in more modern or progressive works.

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Category Breakdown

Does Tigris have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-binary genders or same-sex relationships. It follows a typical detective-versus-criminal storyline from the era.

How does Tigris portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around a male detective and a male criminal leader. This emphasizes traditional masculine roles and leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Tigris?

Limited

The cast and setting appear to be entirely European. There is no sign of non-white actors or diverse ethnic backgrounds.

How does Tigris represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative aligns with traditional Western institutions like law enforcement. It upholds established social hierarchies without challenging them.

Does Tigris include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of neurodivergence or physical disabilities among the characters. Such elements do not play a role in the plot.

Present on Screen

The film offers a clear, focused exploration of the classic detective-versus-criminal genre.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks representation of diverse gender identities, ethnicities, or underrepresented social groups.
The story relies on traditional masculine leadership, offering little room for diverse perspectives on ability to act.

Official Synopsis

One of the most exciting crime thrillers of its era, Vincenzo Denizot’s Tigris depicts a cat-and-mouse game between a renowned detective, Roland (Alessandro Bernard), and the criminal gang led by the man called “Tigris” (Edoardo Davesnes, who also plays the roles of Leblanc and Il Commissario).

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