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The Drums of Jeopardy

Name: The Drums of Jeopardy
Director: Edward Dillon
Released: 1923
Duration: 70 min

Representation Score

2.3/10

Limited

1923

Passed

Director

Edward Dillon

Runtime

70 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

This silent-era mystery film adheres to the social norms of its time, focusing on aristocratic titles and wealth. The plot centers on traditional social hierarchies. Representation is limited by the era’s standards, emphasizing male roles and geopolitical status. The lack of diverse identities and multi-layered complexity narrows the social scope. Overall, the film operates as a conventional genre piece, following the social and cinematic norms of the 1920s without challenging them.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Drums of Jeopardy have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film doesn't depict any LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships, sticking to the heterosexual norms typical of 1920s cinema.

How does The Drums of Jeopardy portray gender?

Limited

Men like the Czar, the Grand Duke, and John Hawksley play key roles. The story revolves around male ownership and movement of property.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Drums of Jeopardy?

Limited

Though set in both Russia and America, the story sticks to the geopolitical norms of the time. The casting reflects the homogeneous standards of early silent films.

How does The Drums of Jeopardy represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story explores superstition and mysterious artifacts using traditional Western mystery clichés. It doesn’t offer any critique of institutions or systems.

Does The Drums of Jeopardy include disability representation?

Minimal

The film doesn't include any characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent traits. The narrative doesn't address disability.

Present on Screen

The international setting offers a global backdrop for the mystery.
The plot engages with themes of superstition and fate.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks diverse character identities and multi-layered complexity.
ability to act is heavily focused on male characters and aristocratic figures.
There is no indication of multi-ethnic or LGBTQ+ representation.

Official Synopsis

The story centers around two small statuettes containing valuable emeralds, which are said to project a sinister influence on the possessor. The czar of Russia gives the statuettes to a grand duke, who, in turn, gives them to his secretary, John Hawksley. Hawksley sends them to America in a friend's possession and follows after.

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