Hakim, 35, a friendly neighborhood cop, must infiltrate the Portuguese community for the purpose of an investigation. But can one become Portuguese in three days? Especially when we know that Hakim is a walking disaster at undercover operations. His clumsiness and bad luck turn his many infiltrations into cataclysms. The case is clearly too big for him. Quickly trapped between his feelings and his mission, Hakim, who lives alone with his mother, will discover a community, but also a family.
Hakim, 35, a friendly neighborhood cop, must infiltrate the Portuguese community for the purpose of an investigation. But can one become Portuguese in three days? Especially when we know that Hakim is a walking disaster at undercover operations. His clumsiness and bad luck turn his many infiltrations into cataclysms. The case is clearly too big for him. Quickly trapped between his feelings and his mission, Hakim, who lives alone with his mother, will discover a community, but also a family.
The film is a lighthearted comedy centered on cultural misunderstandings and a police investigation, rather than promoting a specific political ideology. Its focus on individual character challenges and a standard crime plot leads to a neutral rating.
The movie features visible diversity in its casting, particularly with its lead actor portraying a character of a different ethnic background for comedic effect. The narrative, a comedy centered on cultural identity, does not explicitly critique traditional identities or make DEI themes central to its plot.
The film portrays Christianity as an integral and respected part of Portuguese culture. Its traditions and symbols are depicted as authentic elements of community life, contributing to the cultural immersion without critique or mockery from the narrative.
Operation Portugal is a comedy film centered on an undercover operation and cultural humor. Based on available plot information, the movie does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes, resulting in no depiction within its narrative.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Operation Portugal is an original comedy film, not an adaptation or reboot of existing material. All characters are new creations for this specific film, therefore no pre-established characters undergo a gender swap.
Operation Portugal is an original film with characters created specifically for this production. There is no prior source material, historical record, or established canon from which characters could have been race-swapped.
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