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The Brigand

Name: The Brigand
Director: Phil Karlson
Released: 1952
Duration: 94 min

Representation Score

0.9/10

Minimal

1952

Director

Phil Karlson

Runtime

94 minutes

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The film is a traditional adventure romance that upholds the social hierarchies of its time. The narrative centers on individual heroism and the preservation of monarchical institutions, following a male protagonist's journey from outlaw to king. Representation is limited by the period's conventions, focusing on Eurocentric storytelling and traditional gender roles, where female characters serve as romantic rewards rather than independent actors. Ultimately, the film lacks the intention to disrupt familiar patterns, functioning instead as a celebration of restored order and Western institutional stability.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Brigand have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a conventional romantic storyline between Carlos Delargo and Princess Teresa. It does not include any non-binary gender identities or narratives that challenge traditional assumptions about gender and sexuality.

How does The Brigand portray gender?

Limited

The plot is driven by masculine archetypes and the male protagonist's ability to drive the story. Princess Teresa primarily serves as a romantic interest or a narrative catalyst rather than an independent political actor.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Brigand?

Limited

Set in the fictional Mandorra, the film maintains a homogeneous Western European appearance. There are no characters of color in positions of significant influence or ability to act.

How does The Brigand represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative emphasizes the sanctity of the crown and the importance of traditional authority. It celebrates the restoration of monarchical order without critiquing established social hierarchies.

Does The Brigand include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities being used as central plot devices or portrayed who play a significant role in driving the story.

Present on Screen

Offers a clear, classic adventure narrative centered on themes of heroism and restoration.

Limited or Absent

Lacks meaningful representation for LGBTQ+ identities or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth characters.
Female characters lack independent political or social ability to act within the plot.
The setting and casting reflect a narrow, Eurocentric aesthetic without racial diversity.
The narrative reinforces traditional hierarchies rather than exploring diverse social perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Carlos Delargo, the banished son of a royal princess of Mandorra, is returned to the kingdom to be tried for a murder change. However, he is freed by King Lorenzo, whom bears a remarkable resemblance to Delargo. When the king is wounded by assassins sent by Napoleon, Delargo takes over the throne at the request of the Prime Minister in a plot to thwart the traitors. He also falls in love with Princess Teresa, the king's fiancée.

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