Roseanna McCoy
1949
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The Call of the Cumberlands
Representation Score
0.9/10
Minimal
1916
PassedDirector
Frank Lloyd, Julia Crawford Ivers
Runtime
63 minutes
Average Rating
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The film reflects the social norms of its time, emphasizing regional melodrama and traditional hierarchies. It lacks diverse representation, focusing mainly on a homogeneous white population in the Kentucky mountains. ability to act is divided along gender lines, with male-driven conflicts dominating over female autonomy. The portrayal of rural life serves the drama's setting rather than offering a broader critique of socioeconomic conditions. Overall, the film adheres closely to the conventional social structures typical of 1916 cinema, limiting its scope of representation.
Category Breakdown
Does The Call of the Cumberlands have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or those with non-traditional gender identities. It follows the social and cinematic norms of the early 20th century.
How does The Call of the Cumberlands portray gender?
The female lead plays a key role in driving the emotional storyline, but her influence is limited to domestic settings. The plot is driven by male-centric conflicts and regional power struggles.
How racially and ethnically diverse is The Call of the Cumberlands?
The film portrays a homogeneous white Appalachian community. There is no indication of non-white actors or characters representing diverse backgrounds.
How does The Call of the Cumberlands represent religion and culture?
The story examines the tension between traditional mountain customs and modernity through regional melodrama. It emphasizes family honor without critiquing larger societal institutions.
Does The Call of the Cumberlands include disability representation?
The film does not feature any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. It does not address issues related to neurodivergence or chronic illness.
Present on Screen
- Examines the tension between traditional mountain customs and modernity.
Limited or Absent
- Does not include racial or ethnic diversity.
- Depends on traditional gender hierarchies and male-centric conflicts.
- Does not represent LGBTQ+ identities or disabilities.
Official Synopsis
An aspiring New York painter returns home to the Kentucky mountains to settle a feud between two rival families.
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