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UNFAIR: the end

Name: UNFAIR: the end
Director: Shimako Sato
Released: 2015
Duration: 108 min

Representation Score

5.0/10

Fair

2015

Director

Shimako Sato

Runtime

108 minutes

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The film stands out by placing a capable woman in a position of high-stakes authority, challenging traditional gender roles. Natsumi Yukihira is an active investigator, not a passive character, offering a strong example of female leadership in a thriller setting. However, the film's scope is limited to a specific Japanese context, with a largely homogeneous cast and setting. It lacks significant multi-ethnic or characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. While the film does not include LGBTQ+ or disability arcs, it offers a critical perspective on institutional corruption and power structures.

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Category Breakdown

Does UNFAIR: the end have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film follows a typical storyline centered around straight relationships, focusing on the protagonist's relationship with her ex-husband without showing any non-traditional gender identities.

How does UNFAIR: the end portray gender?

Good

The movie challenges traditional gender stereotypes by featuring a capable female lead in a male-dominated police environment. Natsumi Yukihira drives the story through her intelligence and active role.

How racially and ethnically diverse is UNFAIR: the end?

Limited

The cast and setting are primarily homogeneous, reflecting the specific demographics of Tokyo without using harmful stereotypes.

How does UNFAIR: the end represent religion and culture?

Good

The story criticizes institutional stability by showing a corrupt underground organization controlling the country. This highlights the dysfunction within institutions rather than upholding state-centric views.

Does UNFAIR: the end include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no prominent depictions of visible or invisible disabilities. No such elements play a central role in the narrative.

Present on Screen

Proactive female lead who drives the plot through her intellect.
Challenges traditional gender roles in a male-dominated police setting.
Critiques institutional corruption and power structures.

Limited or Absent

Limited racial and ethnic diversity in the cast and setting.
No LGBTQ+ representation or non-traditional gender identities.
Minimal focus on disability representation or character arcs.

Official Synopsis

Natsumi Yukihira (Ryoko Shinohara) receives secret documents of an organization that controls the country from the shadows. Because of this, Natsumi's ex-husband, Kazuo Sato (Teruyuki Kagawa) pays a terrible price. Natsumi goes back to the Investigation #1 of Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department to take on the organization, but Natsumi becomes involved in a new case. She gets closer to the final enemy.

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