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Last of the American Hoboes

Name: Last of the American Hoboes
Director: Titus Moede
Released: 1967
Duration: 84 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

1967

Director

Titus Moede

Runtime

84 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

This semi-documentary explores the rise and fall of American hobo culture, a subject matter that inherently touches on systemic displacement. While the film may critique capitalist structures and the fringes of society, it lacks specific, verifiable data regarding identity-based representation. The low diversity score reflects a lack of information concerning gender, race, and LGBTQ+ identities. The narrative appears centered on a historically male-dominated subculture, leaving much of the social landscape unexamined. Ultimately, the film's value lies in its thematic preoccupation with anti-institutional frameworks rather than a diverse cast of characters.

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Category Breakdown

Does Last of the American Hoboes have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters who identify as LGBTQ+. There is no exploration of non-straight relationships or identities.

How does Last of the American Hoboes portray gender?

Minimal

The focus on hobo culture suggests a male-dominated environment. There is no evidence of women playing significant roles or challenging traditional masculinity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Last of the American Hoboes?

Minimal

The synopsis does not mention any non-white or non-Anglo-Saxon actors. The roles of characters of color are not verified.

How does Last of the American Hoboes represent religion and culture?

Good

The film documents a vanishing subculture, likely critiquing industrialization and the pressures of the American Dream.

Does Last of the American Hoboes include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about the depiction of physical, neurodivergent, or mental health conditions. No disability representation is present.

Present on Screen

The film provides a thematic critique of industrialization and the American Dream.
It centers individuals existing outside of traditional economic structures.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks documented evidence of women playing significant roles or challenging traditional masculinity.
There is no visible representation of racial or ethnic diversity.
The narrative provides no insight into LGBTQ+ identities or disability representation.

Official Synopsis

Previously lost semi-documentary on the rise and fall of American hobo culture.

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