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Big News

Big News

Representation Score

0.6/10

Minimal

1929

Director

Gregory La Cava

Runtime

75 minutes

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Big News is a period piece that closely follows the social and narrative conventions of 1929. The film focuses on the professional and romantic struggles of a male reporter in a traditional setting. Since the production adheres to the studio systems of its time, it does not intentionally address multiple aspects of identity. The themes emphasize established social structures and traditional masculine storylines rather than challenging existing hierarchies. Overall, the film reflects the homogeneous social circles of the late 1920s, providing little disruption to the status quo.

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Category Breakdown

Does Big News have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows traditional romantic storylines common in early sound era movies. It does not include characters with non-conforming gender identities or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does Big News portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around a male protagonist dealing with alcoholism and a murder accusation. It follows a traditional masculine storyline focused on crisis.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Big News?

Minimal

The narrative reflects the predominantly white social structures typical of late 1920s Hollywood. It does not feature a diverse cast or actors playing roles traditionally reserved for white actors.

How does Big News represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story emphasizes journalism ethics and personal dilemmas. It upholds traditional social stability and moral standards without challenging Western cultural or familial norms.

Does Big News include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict characters facing physical, sensory, or neurological differences.

Present on Screen

  • The film offers a nuanced portrayal of the fast-paced and ethical challenges faced by early 20th-century journalists.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks meaningful representation of diverse identities or the subversion of traditional gender and racial hierarchies.
  • The story adheres to conventional romantic and social structures typical of its era.

Official Synopsis

A reporter's marriage is jeopardized by his drinking and he finds himself accused of a murder he didn't commit.

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