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Wyoming Hurricane

Name: Wyoming Hurricane
Director: William Berke
Released: 1944
Duration: 58 min

Representation Score

0.6/10

Minimal

1944

Approved

Director

William Berke

Runtime

58 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Wyoming Hurricane is a typical mid-century Western that relies heavily on the 'wronged man' cliché. The plot follows a straightforward path of victimization and eventual vindication through physical confrontation. Since the film adheres to standard genre conventions of 1944, it lacks intentional social subversion. The narrative structure prioritizes masculine control and a traditional quest for justice. Overall, the film serves as a typical example of its era, focusing on individual honor and restoring order within a traditional framework.

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Category Breakdown

Does Wyoming Hurricane have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any non-straight relationships or same-sex intimacy. It focuses solely on the conflict between the protagonist and a gang of outlaws.

How does Wyoming Hurricane portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around male characters such as Lucky and Cannonball. There is no indication of women taking a leading role or making decisions that affect the plot.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Wyoming Hurricane?

Limited

The plot centers on a conflict between outlaws and the protagonist. Given the time period, there is no representation of diverse racial backgrounds or cultures.

How does Wyoming Hurricane represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film emphasizes traditional Western values like individual justice and personal vindication. It reinforces established social hierarchies without questioning them.

Does Wyoming Hurricane include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no depiction of characters dealing with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent conditions. The narrative focuses on physical strength and survival.

Present on Screen

The film provides a clear, linear narrative centered on personal vindication and justice.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks meaningful roles for women and diverse racial representation.
It does not address LGBTQ+ identities or disabilities.
The story reinforces traditional social hierarchies without challenging them.

Official Synopsis

Trailing outlaws, Lucky runs into a trap and loses his horse. The outlaws then use his horse to frame him for murder. During his fight with the outlaws he recognized one of them and he now has Cannonball get him out of jail. Then he gets Cannonball to lead the outlaw out of town where he hopes to beat a confession out of him. After clearing himself he plans to go after the boss of the gang.

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