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A Story of David

Name: A Story of David
Director: Bob McNaught
Released: 1960
Duration: 95 min

Representation Score

0.5/10

Minimal

1960

Director

Bob McNaught

Runtime

95 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

A Story of David is a traditional religious drama that follows the storytelling conventions of its time. The film emphasizes established hierarchies and a singular moral viewpoint, focusing on the biblical conflict between Saul and David. The narrative is heavily centered on patriarchal power and masculine dominance. While the characters are ethnically distinct from Western archetypes, the cast remains homogeneous within its historical context. Overall, the film operates as a conventional historical epic. It avoids challenging the religious and social orders of the biblical period.

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Category Breakdown

Does A Story of David have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any depictions of non-straight identities or same-sex relationships. Although the relationship between Jonathan and David is strong, it is not explicitly labeled as queer.

How does A Story of David portray gender?

Limited

The story revolves around a patriarchal structure dominated by kings and warriors. The power dynamics are primarily driven by male figures, emphasizing traditional masculine leadership.

How racially and ethnically diverse is A Story of David?

Limited

Set in ancient Israel, the film features a homogeneous ethnic group. There is no indication of diverse casting beyond the typical ethnic setting.

How does A Story of David represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The narrative is grounded in a single religious morality. It reinforces traditional religious structures and divine guidance without presenting secular or critical viewpoints.

Does A Story of David include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities mentioned in the narrative.

Present on Screen

The film provides an authentic historical setting within ancient Israel.
David is portrayed as a character with significant influence and intelligence.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks gender diversity, focusing almost entirely on male-driven power dynamics.
The story offers no representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-straight characters.
The film maintains a homogeneous ethnic focus, lacking diverse representation.

Official Synopsis

Directed by Bob McNaught. King Saul of Israel is jealous of the fame and adoration of David, who long ago slew Goliath and brought victory to Saul's armies. Now Saul, egged on by his Edomite counselor Doeg, attempts to have David killed. Saul's son, and David's best friend, Jonathan, conspires to help David, who is reluctant to fight back against his own people the Israelites.

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