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Alibi.com

Name: Alibi.com
Director: Philippe Lacheau
Released: 2017
Duration: 90 min

Representation Score

2.9/10

Limited

2017

Director

Philippe Lacheau

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Alibi.com is a high-energy commercial comedy that prioritizes broad genre appeal over social critique. The narrative operates within a traditional framework, focusing on the comedic mechanics of a deception-based business. The film lacks intentionality regarding diverse identities, opting for a streamlined and homogeneous portrayal of French social life. It relies on established social norms rather than challenging them. Ultimately, the production functions as a standard romantic comedy that maintains traditional hierarchies in its casting and character dynamics.

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Category Breakdown

Does Alibi.com have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a traditional structure focused on a male protagonist's romantic journey. There is no explicit representation of non-straight or non-cisgender identities.

How does Alibi.com portray gender?

Limited

Gender roles rely on traditional stereotypes, with the female lead serving mainly as a moral guide for the male characters. Power dynamics center around the male protagonists' professional roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Alibi.com?

Limited

Casting is predominantly homogeneous, reflecting a traditional French demographic. The narrative lacks diverse ethnic representation within its social setting.

How does Alibi.com represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story focuses on situational comedy regarding deception rather than critiquing social institutions. Themes of morality are treated through a lighthearted lens rather than a critical perspective.

Does Alibi.com include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no discernible representation of physical or invisible disabilities. The film does not utilize neurodivergence or disability as a narrative device.

Present on Screen

The film provides a streamlined, high-energy comedic experience through established genre structures.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks diverse representation across racial, gender, and LGBTQ+ spectrums.
Character roles rely on traditional stereotypes rather than subverting social hierarchies.
The film misses opportunities to include neurodivergent or disabled perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Greg founded a company called Alibi.com that creates any type of alibi. With his associate, Augustin, and Medhi his new employee, they devise unstoppable stratagems and stagings to cover their clients. But meeting Flo, a pretty blonde who hates men who lie, will complicate Greg's life, which begins by hiding the true nature of his activity. During the presentation to parents, Greg understands that Gérard, the father of Flo, is also one of their clients.

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