
Wake Up and Die
1966

Representation Score
Fair
1976
Director
Carlo Lizzani
Runtime
105 minutes
Average Rating
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Carlo Lizzani’s film provides a gritty examination of political radicalization and institutional failures during Italy's 'Years of Lead' era. It highlights the active roles of women in political movements and critiques traditional institutions effectively. However, the film is limited by the social constraints of its time, lacking multi-layered breadth. It focuses on class and ideological struggles, offering less space for diverse racial or LGBTQ+ perspectives. Ultimately, the work prioritizes the tension between individuals and the state over a broad range of identity representations.
Category Breakdown
The film does not explicitly depict non-straight relationships or non-binary identities. It focuses on the political conflicts of the 'Years of Lead' era instead of LGBTQ+ issues.
Women are shown as active participants in political movements, reflecting feminist ideals. They play significant roles in both student and labor movements, avoiding traditional domestic stereotypes.
The cast is primarily homogeneous, reflecting the demographic makeup of 1970s Milanese political movements. It emphasizes class-based identity rather than promoting racial diversity.
The narrative criticizes traditional Western institutions, depicting the state and police as complicit. It portrays political radicalization as surpassing traditional family and religious structures.
There are no prominent depictions of visible or invisible disabilities that serve as central narrative elements.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
A quartet of young neo-Fascists terrorise the Milanise locals while the Police mostly look the other way.

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