
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
1912
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Minimal
1915
ADirector
Ernest G. Batley
Runtime
43 minutes
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A Cry in the Night adheres to the social and cinematic norms of 1915, focusing on traditional genre elements and male-driven narratives. The film lacks depth in representing diverse identities, offering limited engagement with LGBTQ+, racial, and disability issues. It upholds conventional gender roles and Western cultural norms.
Category Breakdown
The film does not depict any LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships. It follows a traditional storyline focused on straight relationships.
The story is driven by male characters such as a detective and a scientist. A daughter is present but does not actively participate in the plot.
The cast is homogeneous, reflecting the lack of diversity typical of early 20th-century American cinema. There are no characters from non-Anglo-Saxon backgrounds.
The film follows standard Western genre conventions of the early 20th century. It emphasizes traditional moral binaries involving law enforcement and scientific misconduct.
There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The mad scientist character does not provide any meaningful representation of neurodivergence.
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Official Synopsis
A detective proves a girl's father was killed by a mad scientist's winged gorilla.

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