Those Two in the Legion
1962
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The Two Parachutists
1965
Director
Lucio Fulci
Runtime
88 minutes
Average Rating
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Two penniless Italian buskers want to go to the USA but get on the wrong ship and end up in South America in a concentration camp where they are rescued by American parachutists from. Afterwards they become big shots in the States but their dream comes to an end : they are sent to fight in Vietnam
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Overall Score
3.8/10
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Category Breakdown
LGBTQ+ Representation
The film lacks explicit LGBTQ+ characters or narratives. The story follows a traditional comedic path centered on two male protagonists without exploring non-cisnormative identities.
Gender Representation
The narrative is heavily male-centric, focusing on the adventures of two male buskers. There is no evidence of female characters possessing high agency or subverting gender hierarchies.
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
The plot spans Italy, South America, and Vietnam, providing a global backdrop. However, agency remains with the Italian leads, leaving the empowerment of characters of color unclear.
Religious & Cultural Diversity
The film explores national identity and the volatility of the American Dream. It touches on Western geopolitical interests through the lens of the Vietnam War.
Disability Representation
There is no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities within the narrative.
Strengths
- The narrative features a broad geographic scope, moving through multiple continents and international landscapes.
- The plot engages with significant historical and geopolitical themes, such as the Vietnam War and the American Dream.
Areas for Improvement
- The film lacks meaningful representation of female characters or diverse gender identities.
- The focus remains heavily on the Italian protagonists, limiting the agency of other cultural groups.
- There is no evidence of LGBTQ+ narratives or non-cisnormative character development.
AI Analysis
The film operates as a traditional mid-century episodic comedy. While the scope is geographically broad, the narrative remains anchored to the experiences of the two Italian protagonists. Diversity is limited by a focus on conventional comedic structures. The film engages with international settings and global conflicts, but these elements primarily serve the protagonists' personal journey rather than driving intersectional themes. Ultimately, the work lacks intentional complexity regarding identity. It follows established social hierarchies of its era rather than actively disrupting them.
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