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Ransom (1996)
When a rich man's son is kidnapped, he cooperates with the police at first but then tries a unique tactic against the criminals.
When a rich man's son is kidnapped, he cooperates with the police at first but then tries a unique tactic against the criminals.
The film's dominant themes align with right-leaning values, primarily through its championing of an individualistic, self-reliant, and retributive solution to a crisis, where the protagonist bypasses traditional institutional processes to achieve justice.
The film features a predominantly traditional cast for its era, without explicit race or gender swaps for established roles. Its narrative focuses on a personal crime drama, portraying traditional identities neutrally or positively without significant critique or central DEI themes.
The film "Ransom" (1996) does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its plot centers on a wealthy businessman's struggle to recover his kidnapped son, with no elements related to queer identity or experiences depicted within the narrative.
The film 'Ransom, 1996' does not feature any identifiable transgender characters or themes. Consequently, there is no portrayal to evaluate regarding transsexual identity or experiences within the narrative.
The film focuses on a father's efforts to retrieve his kidnapped son. The primary female character, Kate Mullen, is depicted in a supportive role, experiencing emotional distress and participating in the unfolding drama, but she does not engage in or win any physical combat against male opponents.
Ransom (1996) is an original film with characters created specifically for its screenplay. There are no pre-existing canonical or historical figures whose gender could have been altered for this adaptation.
Ransom (1996) is a remake of the 1956 film "Ransom!". The main characters, including Tom Mullen and his family, were portrayed by white actors in both versions. There is no evidence of any character being established as a different race in prior canon or source material and then portrayed differently in the 1996 film.
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Actors
| Name | Role | Gender | Race | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mel Gibson | Tom Mullen | Male | White | |
Rene Russo | Katherine Mullen | Female | White | |
Gary Sinise | Det. Jimmy Shaker | Male | White | |
Delroy Lindo | Agent Lonnie Hawkins | Male | Black | |
Lili Taylor | Maris | Female | White | |
Brawley Nolte | Sean Mullen | Male | White | |
Liev Schreiber | Clark Barnes | Male | White | |
Donnie Wahlberg | Cubby Barnes | Male | White | |
Dan Hedaya | Jackie Brown | Male | White | |
Todd Hallowell | Don Campbell | Male | White |
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