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Sword Fishing

Name: Sword Fishing
Director: De Leon Anthony
Released: 1939
Duration: 10 min

Representation Score

1.0/10

Minimal

1939

Approved

Director

De Leon Anthony

Runtime

10 minutes

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Sword Fishing is a technical documentary that prioritizes the demonstration of specialized skills over social or character-driven narratives. It serves as an observational record of maritime labor and archery, particularly highlighting Howard Hill's expertise. Because the film adheres to the demographic norms of 1939, it lacks intentional diversity. The focus remains strictly on the physical task of hunting marlin off the California coast. Ultimately, the work celebrates individual prowess rather than serving as a platform for diverse social commentary.

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Category Breakdown

Does Sword Fishing have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The documentary focuses solely on maritime skills and archery. There are no characters or narratives related to LGBTQ+ identities.

How does Sword Fishing portray gender?

Limited

The film emphasizes masculine-coded physical labor and technical expertise. It lacks any indication of women's roles or subversion of traditional gender norms.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Sword Fishing?

Minimal

The production reflects the homogeneous demographics typical of the 1939 maritime industry. There is no evidence of diverse casting.

How does Sword Fishing represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film celebrates rugged individualism and the mastery of nature. It presents a traditional perspective on human industry and sport.

Does Sword Fishing include disability representation?

Minimal

The content focuses on the physical requirements for high-stakes fishing. No characters with visible or invisible disabilities are shown.

Present on Screen

Provides a clear, technical documentation of specialized maritime and archery skills from the era.

Limited or Absent

Lacks any representation of diverse identities, gender roles, or perspectives that reflect multiple aspects of identity.
Adheres strictly to the homogeneous demographic norms of the late 1930s.

Official Synopsis

A group of fishermen, including Howard Hill, "the world's greatest archer," go in search of marlin off the California coast. With a fishing line attached to his arrow, Hill plans to spear the fish, which would then be brought aboard the boat by rod and reel.

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