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A Song Goes Round the World

Name: A Song Goes Round the World
Director: Richard Oswald
Released: 1933
Duration: 96 min

Representation Score

5.3/10

Fair

1933

Director

Richard Oswald

Runtime

96 minutes

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A Song Goes Round the World is a traditional period comedy that relies heavily on established social and romantic structures. While it offers minor subversions regarding professional and physical differences, it lacks depth in addressing multiple aspects of identity. The film's strengths lie in its slight departure from traditional masculine physical dominance and its depiction of female economic independence. However, these elements are secondary to a standard romantic storyline. Ultimately, the production reflects the homogeneous and conventional social landscapes of its era, focusing on individual ambition rather than systemic or diverse representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does A Song Goes Round the World have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

There are no LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that challenge the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender. The film focuses on a conventional heterosexual relationship between Riccardo and Nina.

How does A Song Goes Round the World portray gender?

Fair

Nina demonstrates economic independence as a salesperson, while her role remains closely tied to the romantic storyline. Riccardo challenges traditional masculine dominance by relying on intelligence and strategy to overcome his physical limitations.

How racially and ethnically diverse is A Song Goes Round the World?

Limited

The film reflects the homogeneous society of early 1930s Germany, with no evidence of diverse casting or non-white characters.

How does A Song Goes Round the World represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story examines celebrity and media through a practical lens, using standard Western institutions like capitalism as a backdrop for personal success without critiquing these systems deeply.

Does A Song Goes Round the World include disability representation?

Fair

Riccardo’s short stature serves as a catalyst for his professional growth. The film uses this physical characteristic to drive the plot rather than treating it solely as a tragedy.

Present on Screen

Riccardo challenges traditional masculine physical dominance through intelligence and strategic thinking.
Nina is shown with economic independence through her work as a salesperson.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks racial and ethnic diversity, reflecting a very homogeneous society.
The romantic narrative follows a conventional heterosexual path without exploring LGBTQ+ identities.
The narrative lacks a deep critique of the Western institutions and social hierarchies it depicts.

Official Synopsis

Despite his magnificent voice, the singer Riccardo is far too short to have a career on stage. Through cunning, he manages to work his way up to become the director of the radio station and quickly becomes popular. He falls in love with the saleswoman Nina, who adores the tenor’s voice and is disappointed when she meets him in person...

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