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Four Boys and a Gun

Name: Four Boys and a Gun
Director: William Berke
Released: 1957
Duration: 74 min

Representation Score

1.5/10

Minimal

1957

Director

William Berke

Runtime

74 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Four Boys and a Gun is a typical mid-century crime drama that reflects the social norms of its time. The story structure upholds traditional hierarchies rather than challenging them. The film centers on youth crime and social deviance. It lacks complexity in addressing multiple aspects of diversity, sticking to the conventions of 1957 crime dramas. Overall, the work offers a narrow exploration of morality and consequences within a specific social context.

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Category Breakdown

Does Four Boys and a Gun have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters who identify as LGBTQ+. It focuses solely on heterosexual relationships and male-centric themes.

How does Four Boys and a Gun portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around a group of male characters. Women play minor roles, while the plot is driven by the actions and decisions of the male characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Four Boys and a Gun?

Limited

The cast is predominantly white, with no apparent effort to include diverse racial backgrounds. The film reflects typical 1950s urban crime cinema.

How does Four Boys and a Gun represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story addresses economic hardship and labor issues through a cautionary tale. It follows traditional Western values concerning law, morality, and societal order.

Does Four Boys and a Gun include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with visible or invisible disabilities playing key roles or having a significant role in driving the story.

Present on Screen

Focuses on the socioeconomic struggles and conflicts between workers and employers.

Limited or Absent

Could benefit from greater racial and ethnic diversity among the cast.
Includes limited female representation, with women mostly in supporting roles.
Does not engage with LGBTQ+ identities or themes related to non-heterosexual relationships.
Fails to incorporate characters with disabilities as central or influential figures.

Official Synopsis

The moving story of four young men struggling against overwhelming odds to remain honest. When their crooked employer shorts their earnings; they turn to crime, their first theft ending in tragedy.

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