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Teddy at the Throttle

Name: Teddy at the Throttle
Director: Clarence G. Badger
Released: 1917
Duration: 26 min

Representation Score

1.6/10

Minimal

1917

Not Rated

Director

Clarence G. Badger

Runtime

26 minutes

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Teddy at the Throttle is a standard silent comedy from 1917, adhering strictly to the social and narrative conventions of its time. The story centers on a romantic conflict and the protection of inheritance, operating within traditional Western frameworks of morality and property. The film lacks intentional representation of diverse identities. While the female protagonist shows some ability to act, the central conflict is defined by patriarchal control over wealth and legal guardianship. Ultimately, the production reflects the homogeneous casting and conventional social hierarchies common to the early Hollywood studio system.

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Category Breakdown

Does Teddy at the Throttle have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a traditional romantic relationship between Gloria Dawn and Bobbie Knight. There is no representation of non-binary or transgender identities, nor does it challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Teddy at the Throttle portray gender?

Fair

Gloria Dawn plays a significant role in pursuing her sweetheart, but the plot is driven by male financial control. The tension in the story revolves around patriarchal structures of guardianship and inheritance.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Teddy at the Throttle?

Minimal

The film features a homogeneous cast typical of the silent comedy era. The narrative focuses on class and familial deception without addressing racial or ethnic diversity.

How does Teddy at the Throttle represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot reinforces traditional Western concepts of property and social order. It distinguishes between dishonest villains and sweetheart protagonists using a moral framework.

Does Teddy at the Throttle include disability representation?

Minimal

The synopsis contains no mention of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. No assessment can be made regarding the portrayal of neurodivergence or physical disability.

Present on Screen

The narrative provides a female protagonist, Gloria Dawn, who actively pursues her romantic interests.

Limited or Absent

The plot relies heavily on patriarchal structures of male guardianship and financial control.
The film lacks racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ diversity, reflecting a homogeneous cast.
The story reinforces traditional Western social orders rather than challenging them.

Official Synopsis

Gloria Dawn lives down the hall from her sweetheart, Bobbie Knight. The dishonest Henry Black is Gloria's guardian, and he is also in charge of Bobbie's inheritance. The scheming guardian and his sister have been spending Bobbie's money, and they hope to have the sister marry Bobbie so that they can keep control over his money.

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