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Golden Gordon

Name: Golden Gordon
Director: Alan J.W. Bell
Released: 1979
Duration: 30 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

1979

TV-PG

Director

Alan J.W. Bell

Runtime

30 minutes

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Golden Gordon is a period comedy set in 1930s England. The film focuses on a loyal fan trying to save a struggling football team using traditional masculine-coded sports clichés. The narrative lacks multi-layered complexity, with no visible representation of LGBTQ+ identities or disability. The setting and plot structure reinforce established cultural hierarchies without challenging them. Ultimately, the film follows a standard underdog arc, capturing a specific era of sporting community but through a narrow lens.

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Category Breakdown

Does Golden Gordon have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships. It focuses on a traditional sports comedy setting.

How does Golden Gordon portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around Gordon Ottershaw and his male football team, emphasizing a masculine-coded environment without challenging traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Golden Gordon?

Limited

Set in 1930s England, the narrative reflects the homogeneous society of that time. There is no evidence of characters of color having significant influence.

How does Golden Gordon represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot follows a typical underdog story centered on community and local pride, adhering to traditional Western storytelling conventions.

Does Golden Gordon include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of neurodivergent or physically disabled characters in the film. Disability is not a central theme.

Present on Screen

The film employs a classic underdog narrative that highlights community and perseverance.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and neurodivergent or disabled characters.
The narrative relies on traditional masculine-coded environments and homogeneous social structures.
There is a lack of racial and ethnic diversity within the localized English setting.

Official Synopsis

Barnestoneworth United is the worst football team of 1935, who lose every match. Gordon Ottershaw is, however, their loyal fan, determined to prevent them from being disbanded after their final game. To this end he recruits the players from the renowned winning team of 1922 who turn up to defeat rivals Denley Moor.

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