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(Im)perfetti Criminali

Name: (Im)perfetti Criminali
Director: Alessio Maria Federici
Released: 2022
Duration: 89 min

Representation Score

7.8/10

Good

2022

Director

Alessio Maria Federici

Runtime

89 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

*(Im)perfetti Criminali* is a character-driven comedy that explores the intersection of race and class. By focusing on the socioeconomic pressures of the working class, the film moves beyond simple crime clichés to offer a systemic critique of economic instability. The narrative effectively disrupts social homogeneity through the character of Amir, whose ethnic identity is tied to the central conflict of familial support and unemployment. This provides a more nuanced view of modern social dynamics than typical genre fare. However, the film remains limited by a heavy focus on male-centric social bonds. The absence of visible LGBTQ+ representation or significant female character involvement keeps the diversity profile somewhat narrow.

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Category Breakdown

Does (Im)perfetti Criminali have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film does not include any explicit mention of LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight relationships. There are no clear examples of queer narratives or characters exploring non-heterosexual identities.

How does (Im)perfetti Criminali portray gender?

Fair

The story focuses on a male-dominated group of four security guards. The narrative emphasizes traditional male camaraderie without providing much detail about female characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is (Im)perfetti Criminali?

Good

The inclusion of Amir adds significant ethnic diversity to the main group. His role integrates Middle Eastern or North African identity with the central socioeconomic struggles of the plot.

How does (Im)perfetti Criminali represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The film strongly critiques systemic economic institutions. It portrays criminal actions as a necessary response to job loss and instability, challenging conventional law-and-order morality.

Does (Im)perfetti Criminali include disability representation?

Fair

There is no evidence of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities. The protagonists' lack of brilliance or courage suggests social incompetence rather than specific disability representation.

Present on Screen

Integrates ethnic identity with class struggle through the central character of Amir.
Challenges traditional morality by framing crime as a response to systemic economic failure.
Provides a nuanced look at the working class and those at the periphery of power.

Limited or Absent

Lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or queer narratives.
Relies on a male-dominated ensemble, limiting gender diversity.
Provides no evidence of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Riccardo, Amir, Pietro and Massimo, four security guards, not particularly brilliant or courageous, are bound by an indissoluble friendship. When Amir, who has a large family to support, loses his job, the other three feel called to help him at any cost. Going from a bad idea to an impromptu criminal plan, the four friends will find themselves in a whirlwind of encounters, adventures and pitfalls, but also some surprises. Because our heroes still have more than one trick up their sleeve…

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