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The Enigma of the Folies-Bergère

Name: The Enigma of the Folies-Bergère
Director: Jean Mitry
Released: 1959
Duration: 82 min

Representation Score

3.3/10

Limited

1959

Director

Jean Mitry

Runtime

82 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film adheres to the traditional structure of a mid-century crime mystery, focusing on a straightforward investigative process. Central characters are predominantly male, reinforcing a conventional male hierarchy. The narrative lacks intentional efforts to challenge established social hierarchies or include diverse identities. Instead, it reflects the social homogeneity of its time period.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Enigma of the Folies-Bergère have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not explicitly address non-straight or non-cisgender identities. It centers on a murder investigation and family dynamics.

How does The Enigma of the Folies-Bergère portray gender?

Fair

Men play key roles, particularly Commissioner Raffin and the murdered industrialist. Women are present but have less influence on the plot.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Enigma of the Folies-Bergère?

Limited

The setting seems to depict a mid-century European society. The cast appears predominantly white, reflecting a homogeneous social circle.

How does The Enigma of the Folies-Bergère represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story follows a standard Western mystery format. It upholds traditional institutions like law enforcement and capitalism without challenging them.

Does The Enigma of the Folies-Bergère include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities mentioned in the film.

Present on Screen

The film avoids using harmful stereotypes related to non-straight or non-cisgender identities.
It offers a clear, structured procedural mystery focused on a central authority figure.

Limited or Absent

The story lacks visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender perspectives.
ability to act is heavily concentrated among male characters, limiting gender diversity.
The social circle appears homogeneous, lacking multiculturalism or racial diversity.
The story upholds traditional Western institutions without exploring diverse cultural perspectives.

Official Synopsis

The Raffin Commissioner investigates the murder of an industrialist and it soon becomes apparent that the activities of the relatives of the deceased all revolve around the Folies-Bergere.

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