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College

Name: College
Director: James W. Horne, Buster Keaton
Released: 1927
Duration: 65 min

Representation Score

1.6/10

Minimal

1927

Director

James W. Horne, Buster Keaton

Runtime

65 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Set in the late 1920s, the film functions as a traditional comedic romp that upholds the social and demographic norms of its time. It relies heavily on physical spectacle and traditional romantic clichés rather than modern characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. While the narrative structure is built around the social standards of the era, it lacks the intentional design to meet contemporary progressive standards.

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Category Breakdown

Does College have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on traditional romantic relationships and does not include any non-cisgender identities or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does College portray gender?

Limited

The movie adheres to early 20th-century gender roles where women are portrayed primarily as romantic prizes rather than active drivers of the plot.

How racially and ethnically diverse is College?

Minimal

The cast is mostly homogeneous, reflecting the demographics of the 1920s. The film does not blend different races or challenge the Anglo-Saxon standard.

How does College represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story follows a typical Western college setting without engaging with secular critiques or moral relativism.

Does College include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no representation of physical or neurodivergent disabilities. Physical comedy centers on the resilience and agility needed for slapstick humor.

Present on Screen

The film stands as a significant historical artifact of the early days of American slapstick comedy.
Buster Keaton's technical skill and physical prowess are key to the film's comedic elements.

Limited or Absent

The narrative does not intentionally address characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity or the deconstruction of cultural norms.
The film reinforces traditional gender hierarchies by portraying women as romantic prizes.
The cast lacks racial and ethnic diversity, reflecting a homogeneous demographic standard.

Official Synopsis

A bookish college student dismissive of athletics is compelled to try out sports to win the affection of the girl he loves.

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