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The Angry Breed

Name: The Angry Breed
Director: David Commons
Released: 1968
Duration: 94 min

Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

1968

Director

David Commons

Runtime

94 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The Angry Breed is a typical mid-century drama that follows established social hierarchies. The narrative lacks complexity in representing diverse identities, sticking to traditional gender and power structures of the time. Characters' roles are functional within a Hollywood-centric framework. The protagonist's actions and rescues define his ability to act, while female characters remain secondary to the male-dominated plot. The film lacks diverse casting and subversive storytelling, presenting a homogeneous Western perspective. Social tensions, such as drug use, are used primarily to drive conflict without exploring deeper cultural critiques.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Angry Breed have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories related to non-cisgender identities. The main characters and conflicts are centered around traditional masculine roles and heterosexual relationships.

How does The Angry Breed portray gender?

Limited

Female characters such as Diane play minor roles, serving mainly as catalysts for male-driven plots. The narrative emphasizes traditional protective roles rather than challenging gender norms.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Angry Breed?

Limited

The story focuses on the Hollywood film industry and Vietnam-era settings. There is no mention of diverse ethnic perspectives or a non-white cast.

How does The Angry Breed represent religion and culture?

Limited

Themes of drug use and social instability are used as plot devices. The film maintains a focus on traditional Western power structures and Hollywood conventions.

Does The Angry Breed include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not depict any visible or invisible disabilities. It does not address neurodivergence or mental health issues.

Present on Screen

Explores mid-century social tensions through themes of drug use and gang instability.

Limited or Absent

Lacks meaningful roles for female characters, who primarily serve as plot catalysts.
Does not include diverse racial or ethnic perspectives in the narrative.
Does not address LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender gender expressions.
Relies on traditional, homogeneous Western power structures and archetypes.

Official Synopsis

In Vietnam, aspiring actor Johnny Taylor is given a prize film script after saving the life of a Hollywood screenwriter. On his return, Johnny has trouble finding a studio that will let him play the lead until he saves producer Vance Patton's daughter Diane from a cycle-gang attack. The grateful father sends him to agent Mori Thompson, but Thompson wants the script for gang leader Deek Stacy. Deek and his agent feed Johnny LSD and drag him away to the dungeon during the producer's Halloween party.

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