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Outlawed

Name: Outlawed
Director: Eugene Forde
Released: 1929
Duration: 70 min

Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

1929

Passed

Director

Eugene Forde

Runtime

70 minutes

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Outlawed is a classic early Western film that emphasizes traditional narrative structures and clear moral distinctions. The film reinforces the social and cultural norms of 1929. The story revolves around a masculine protagonist seeking justice and restoring order. This focus on established legal and social institutions leaves little room for critical examination or diverse perspectives. Overall, the film aligns with the conventions of its time, adhering to homogeneous casting and narrow social norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does Outlawed have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Outlawed portray gender?

Limited

The main character follows traditional masculine hero clichés. The story emphasizes male control and competence, with little challenge to established gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Outlawed?

Limited

The film reflects the racial hierarchies typical of early Hollywood. It lacks diverse casting and focuses on Anglo-Saxon protagonists.

How does Outlawed represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story upholds traditional Western values about law and moral clarity. It supports the legitimacy of social institutions without questioning them.

Does Outlawed include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

Offers a straightforward narrative arc centered on heroism and justice.

Limited or Absent

Does not explore complex social issues or offer critiques of social hierarchies.
Depends on traditional male clichés and homogeneous casting.
Reflects the social norms of its time without presenting diverse viewpoints.

Official Synopsis

In this his third film for FBO (Film Booking Office), Mix plays Tom Manning, a cowboy framed for murder and bank robbery by bandit leader Ethan Laidlaw. As always, justice prevails, but Mix has to make a daring escape from jail to right the wrongs done to him.

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