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The Locked Door

Name: The Locked Door
Director: George Fitzmaurice
Released: 1929
Duration: 74 min

Representation Score

2.5/10

Limited

1929

Director

George Fitzmaurice

Runtime

74 minutes

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The Locked Door is a typical period drama that follows the social and moral conventions of the late silent era. While the main character takes action in a family crisis, the story remains rooted in traditional gender roles and heterosexual norms. The film lacks complexity in representing multiple aspects of diversity and does not challenge established hierarchies. It focuses on a conventional domestic thriller narrative rather than subverting societal norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Locked Door have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any characters with non-straight or non-cisgender identities, nor does it show any same-sex relationships. The storyline revolves around typical domestic conflicts of the time.

How does The Locked Door portray gender?

Fair

Ann Reagan plays a significant role in driving the plot by stepping in during a family crisis. However, the conflict centers on traditional family dynamics and interpersonal relationships.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Locked Door?

Limited

The film does not feature any actors of diverse racial backgrounds. It depicts the homogeneous society typical of 1929 Hollywood.

How does The Locked Door represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story adheres to conventional moral standards and upholds social stability. It does not explore themes that challenge institutional norms.

Does The Locked Door include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

The female protagonist, Ann Reagan, plays a key role in driving the plot.
The narrative focuses clearly on personal conduct and family responsibilities.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender characters.
There is no evidence of racial or ethnic diversity among the actors.
The story does not address disability or challenge traditional social hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

On her first anniversary, Ann Reagan finds that her sister-in-law is involved with a shady character that she used to be intimate with, and determines to intervene.

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