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The Quiet Woman

Name: The Quiet Woman
Director: John Gilling
Released: 1951
Duration: 71 min

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

1951

Director

John Gilling

Runtime

71 minutes

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This film is a traditional mid-century British suspense drama that adheres to the social norms of its time. While it provides a strong female lead, the narrative lacks depth in terms of diverse identities. The production reflects the historical homogeneity of 1950s genre cinema, focusing on localized social tensions without challenging broader societal norms. The film operates within the conventional storytelling norms of its era, limiting its diversity profile.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Quiet Woman have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a heterosexual relationship between the main character and a smuggler. It does not depict any non-cisgender identities or same-sex relationships.

How does The Quiet Woman portray gender?

Fair

The female lead demonstrates significant influence by running a bar and upholding her own moral code. However, she is still restricted by the male-dominated society of the village.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Quiet Woman?

Minimal

The setting is a predominantly white rural village in England. There are no characters of color represented.

How does The Quiet Woman represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story delves into the conflict between local smugglers and legal authorities. It highlights community paranoia without critiquing Western institutions or secularism.

Does The Quiet Woman include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no discernible depictions of visible or invisible disabilities. Characters are defined by their social roles and involvement in the central crime plot.

Present on Screen

The female protagonist has a strong moral compass and drives the plot.
She manages her own business and maintains her independence.

Limited or Absent

The cast lacks racial and ethnic diversity, showing a homogeneous community.
The narrative follows traditional structures without exploring diverse identities.
The film does not include characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

The former wife of a criminal moves to a coastal town and takes over the running of a bar known as The Quiet Woman. She becomes outraged when she discovers the previous owner had allowed local smugglers to use it as a base. She soon has become romantically involved with one of the smugglers, which causes enormous problems when a customs officer turns up, followed closely by her former husband.

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