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Clash by Night

Name: Clash by Night
Director: Montgomery Tully
Released: 1964
Duration: 75 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

1964

Director

Montgomery Tully

Runtime

75 minutes

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Clash by Night is a period-specific crime drama that emphasizes mid-century social realism over diverse representation. The film’s narrative structure is based on the social norms of 1960s Britain, resulting in a work that reflects the demographic homogeneity of its setting. While the film offers some progress through its female protagonist, it remains largely confined to the traditional hierarchies of its time. The lack of diverse casting and the absence of non-straight identities result in a narrow social scope. Ultimately, the film captures the socioeconomic pressures of a laboring economy but lacks the systemic deconstruction needed for a higher score on diversity.

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Category Breakdown

Does Clash by Night have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters. Its focus is entirely on heterosexual relationships.

How does Clash by Night portray gender?

Fair

The main female character has a moderate amount of ability to act. She deals with economic survival and personal desires rather than being passive.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Clash by Night?

Minimal

The cast is mostly white, reflecting the homogeneous population of a 1960s coastal fishing village. There is no significant ethnic diversity.

How does Clash by Night represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story focuses on the daily lives and socioeconomic struggles of working-class people. It shows the tension between individuals and the traditional social order.

Does Clash by Night include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no visible or documented representation of physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

The female protagonist actively navigates economic survival and personal desires.
The film provides a nuanced look at the daily lives and socioeconomic struggles of working-class people.

Limited or Absent

The cast lacks racial and ethnic diversity, reflecting a very homogeneous demographic.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or neurodivergent and physical disabilities.
The narrative adheres strictly to traditional social hierarchies and straight-focused dynamics.

Official Synopsis

A gangster is caught and arrested by police. When he's being transported by bus -- filled with innocent civilians -- it's hi-jacked by his gang in attempt to free their boss. They hide out. As the authorities close in they threaten to torch the barn the escapee and his men are hiding in -- with their hostage inside.

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