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OSS 117: Cairo, Nest of Spies (2006)
Set in 1955, French secret agent Hubert Bonisseur de La Bath/OSS 117 is sent to Cairo to investigate the disappearance of his best friend and fellow spy Jack Jefferson, only to stumble into a web of international intrigue.
Set in 1955, French secret agent Hubert Bonisseur de La Bath/OSS 117 is sent to Cairo to investigate the disappearance of his best friend and fellow spy Jack Jefferson, only to stumble into a web of international intrigue.
The film's central thesis explicitly promotes a progressive ideology by using pervasive satire to critique French colonialism, orientalism, and the cultural arrogance of its protagonist, OSS 117.
The movie features a diverse supporting cast that reflects its 1955 Cairo setting, without incorporating explicit modern DEI-driven casting for traditionally white roles. However, its narrative strongly critiques traditional identities by satirizing the ignorant, colonialist, and sexist worldview of its white male protagonist, making this critique central to its humor and plot.
The film includes a minor, stereotypically effeminate male character whose identity serves as a source of discomfort and mockery for the bigoted protagonist, OSS 117. Although the film satirizes OSS 117's prejudice, the character's portrayal relies on harmful stereotypes, lacking dignity or complexity, leading to a net negative impact.
The film features a character, Princess Al Tarouk, initially presented as a woman but revealed to be a man in disguise. This revelation serves as a comedic punchline, eliciting shock and disgust from the protagonist, OSS 117. The portrayal utilizes the 'man in a dress' trope, framing gender non-conformity as a source of mockery rather than exploring identity with dignity or respect.
The film depicts Islam and Muslim characters through the prejudiced and ignorant lens of OSS 117. The narrative consistently ridicules his colonialist and bigoted views, making his prejudice the target of satire and affirming the dignity of the depicted Muslim characters and culture.
The film portrays anti-Semitic stereotypes and remarks through the protagonist, OSS 117. However, the narrative clearly satirizes his ignorance and bigotry, positioning the audience to condemn his prejudice rather than the religion itself.
The film features female characters like Larmina El Akmar Betouche and Countess Alix de la Bathie. While involved in espionage and action, neither character is depicted engaging in or winning close-quarters physical combat against one or more male opponents. Their roles are primarily intelligence-based or involve other forms of conflict resolution.
The film is based on the existing OSS 117 character, who remains male. Key supporting characters, such as Larmina El Akmar Betouche, are original creations for this specific film and not gender-swapped versions of previously established characters.
The film is a parody based on existing novels, but its main characters, including OSS 117, are portrayed consistent with their established race. Other significant characters are original to this film's narrative and do not represent a race swap from prior canon.
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