
Three Live Ghosts
1936

Representation Score
Limited
1940
PassedDirector
Wilhelm Thiele
Runtime
79 minutes
Average Rating
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The Ghost Comes Home is a traditional narrative that reflects the cultural norms of 1940s European cinema. It prioritizes lighthearted entertainment and community stability over exploring diverse identities or social issues. The film adheres to conventional romantic and social structures, reinforcing the status quo.
Category Breakdown
The film follows the conventions of 1940s cinema, focusing on traditional romantic pairings and excluding any representation of same-sex relationships or non-cisgender identities.
Female characters are primarily defined by their domestic or romantic roles, following the gender norms of early 20th-century cinema. The film upholds traditional gender hierarchies without challenging them.
The cast is predominantly white, reflecting a homogeneous demographic typical of small-town European settings during this period. There is no representation of non-white characters.
This escapist comedy emphasizes community stability and the restoration of the status quo. It reinforces traditional family units and Western institutions without challenging these norms.
The 'ghost' premise is used as a comedic device rather than a serious exploration of disability. The film does not provide meaningful representation of neurodivergent individuals or those with physical disabilities.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
Comic mayhem results when a small town pet store owner, mistakenly believed killed during a sea voyage, turns up very much alive.

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