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1938

Representation Score
Minimal
1938
NRDirector
Roy Rowland
Runtime
9 minutes
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This 1938 short film captures the social norms and humor of its time. It focuses on the rituals of attending a football game, emphasizing comedic etiquette over social critique. The film's narrative structure supports the social norms of the era without challenging them. This results in a low diversity profile, as the film lacks the depth needed for complex social commentary. As a brief, topical comedy centered on a specific sporting event, the film does not have the complexity to address broader social issues.
Category Breakdown
The film adheres to the social norms of the late 1930s, where everyone is assumed to be straight or cisgender. There is no indication of diverse sexual orientations or gender identities.
The story centers around American football, which was traditionally dominated by men. Male athletes play key roles in the sporting events, reflecting the gender norms of the 1930s.
The film likely features actors who match the traditional expectations of the time, showing limited diversity. There is no sign of intentional efforts to include different racial backgrounds.
The movie highlights American football as a symbol of American culture. It emphasizes traditional social cohesion without questioning capitalist or religious norms.
There is no information about characters with physical or cognitive differences in the film.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
Humorist Robert Benchley illustrates the fine points of attending an American football game.

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