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Wanda Nevada

Wanda Nevada

Representation Score

4.3/10

Fair

1979

PG

Director

Peter Fonda

Runtime

107 minutes

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Wanda Nevada uses the Western genre to explore themes of individual rebellion against social norms. It successfully challenges traditional gender roles and expectations of motherhood and domesticity. The casting of a Latina lead adds complexity to the traditional Western setting. However, the film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities and disability-focused narratives.

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Category Breakdown

Does Wanda Nevada have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or storylines. Relationships are limited to traditional romantic or familial bonds.

How does Wanda Nevada portray gender?

Good

The movie challenges traditional gender roles by focusing on a female protagonist who chooses independence over domestic duties. Her journey emphasizes self-discovery rather than fulfilling traditional feminine roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Wanda Nevada?

Good

Casting Barbara Carrera, a Latina actress, in a leading role adds depth to the American Southwest setting. This breaks the typical Anglo-centric casting in Western films.

How does Wanda Nevada represent religion and culture?

Good

The film questions the traditional nuclear family structure by highlighting the pursuit of freedom through rejecting domestic institutions. Individual liberation is prioritized over conventional social norms.

Does Wanda Nevada include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication of physical or neurodivergent disability representation among the characters or storyline.

Present on Screen

  • Prioritizes female autonomy over traditional domestic roles.
  • Disrupts the typical Anglo-centric casting in Western films.
  • Explores themes of personal liberation and rejection of social hierarchies.

Limited or Absent

  • Does not include LGBTQ+ characters or storylines.
  • Lacks portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

In the American Southwest of the 1950s, middle-aged vagabond Beaudray Demerille survives as a cardsharp who moves from town to town. But his latest victory brings him unwanted spoils in the form of Wanda Nevada, a fiery 13-year-old. At first Beaudray does everything he can to ditch Wanda -- until the girl chances upon a treasure map. But Wanda and Beaudray aren't the only ones after the loot, and they must contend with a ruthless pair of crooks.

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