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Jeopardy
Representation Score
1.1/10
Minimal
1953
NRDirector
John Sturges
Runtime
69 minutes
Average Rating
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Jeopardy is a traditional crime thriller reflecting the demographic homogeneity of the early 1950s. While it provides a nuanced critique of communal prejudice and mob mentality, it does so through a lens that aligns with traditional social structures rather than modern inclusive perspectives. The film lacks the necessary elements to challenge established hierarchies of race, gender, or identity.
Category Breakdown
Does Jeopardy have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film adheres to mid-century norms where everyone is assumed to be straight or cisgender. There are no representations of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships.
How does Jeopardy portray gender?
Female characters mainly serve as catalysts for the male protagonist or as figures needing rescue. The story revolves around male-driven conflict and decision-making.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Jeopardy?
The cast is predominantly white and Anglo-Saxon. There are no characters of color with substantial roles or influence.
How does Jeopardy represent religion and culture?
The film examines 'mob justice' and questions community-driven morality. It stays within the bounds of traditional Western social structures.
Does Jeopardy include disability representation?
There are no visible or invisible disabilities represented in the film. The narrative does not feature characters dealing with chronic illness or neurodivergence.
Present on Screen
- Critiques 'mob justice' and questions community-driven morality.
- Explores the tension between personal truth and communal perception.
Limited or Absent
- Lacks meaningful racial diversity or characters of color with significant influence.
- Female characters lack independent roles to drive the plot.
- Does not depict disabilities or neurodivergence.
Official Synopsis
A woman is kidnapped when she goes to get help for her husband who is trapped on a beach with the tide coming in to surely drown him.
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