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The Lineup
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0.3/10
Minimal
1958
NRDirector
Don Siegel
Runtime
87 minutes
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The Lineup is a classic mid-century crime noir that operates within the social norms of its time. Its narrative structure centers around male-dominated professional and criminal environments. The film lacks intentional efforts to represent diverse identities and instead reinforces the era's gender and racial homogeneity. While the film is effective within its genre, it does not offer meaningful representation for underrepresented groups, focusing instead on reinforcing established social structures.
Category Breakdown
Does The Lineup have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any representations of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships. It assumes that all characters are straight and cisgender.
How does The Lineup portray gender?
The story focuses on male characters and their interactions, with female characters having limited roles and dialogue. Women play minor roles and have little influence over the plot.
How racially and ethnically diverse is The Lineup?
The cast is primarily composed of white actors, with no characters of color featured prominently or given significant roles.
How does The Lineup represent religion and culture?
The narrative emphasizes traditional Western values and reinforces the legitimacy of established social institutions and legal systems.
Does The Lineup include disability representation?
There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities. All characters are defined by their physical abilities and mental stability within the context of the crime genre.
Present on Screen
- Serves as a competent and authentic example of mid-century crime noir.
Limited or Absent
- Needs to include more prominent roles for characters of color.
- Should give more significant roles and dialogue to female characters.
- Could benefit from representing LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities.
Official Synopsis
In San Francisco, a psychopathic gangster and his mentor retrieve heroin packages carried by unsuspecting travelers.
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