You are here:

The Coyote

Name: The Coyote
Director: Joaquín Romero Marchent, Fernando Soler
Released: 1955
Duration: 74 min

Representation Score

2.7/10

Limited

1955

Director

Joaquín Romero Marchent, Fernando Soler

Runtime

74 minutes

Average Rating

No ratings yet

New Showbiz Analysis

The film serves as a period drama centered on the geopolitical shifts of 1848 California. It offers a nuanced look at ethnic identity by positioning local characters against an external occupying power, giving ability to act to the displaced population. However, the narrative remains deeply rooted in the social hierarchies of its time. The emphasis on patriarchal continuity and traditional heroism limits its scope regarding gender and characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. Ultimately, while the film addresses anti-imperialist sentiments, it does so through a classical dramatic lens rather than a modern deconstruction of power structures.

Watch this, not that →

Category Breakdown

Does The Coyote have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any queer narratives or non-cisgender identities. It follows the straight-centered social structures typical of mid-century Western dramas.

How does The Coyote portray gender?

Limited

The story focuses on male characters, emphasizing patriarchal traditions and the passing of responsibilities from fathers to sons. This reinforces traditional male leadership and family hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Coyote?

Fair

Set during California's transition to U.S. control, the film examines ethnic conflict and displacement. Local populations play a central role when facing the invading force.

How does The Coyote represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story explores resistance to foreign influence and territorial loss. However, these themes are presented through classical ideas of honor and familial duty.

Does The Coyote include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities playing a central role in the narrative.

Present on Screen

Gives ability to act to local populations resisting American expansion and colonial occupation.
Explores meaningful themes of ethnic conflict and resistance during a period of territorial transition.

Limited or Absent

Focuses heavily on traditional patriarchal structures and masculine-centric leadership.
Lacks representation of non-cisgender identities or diverse disability perspectives.

Official Synopsis

California, 1848. An invading army has defeated the few opposing forces and the territory has become part of the United States. Don César de Echagüe, an old gentleman, begs his son César to return from Europe, confident that he will know how to confront the oppressor.

How are these scores produced? →