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Sand

Name: Sand
Director: Lambert Hillyer
Released: 1920
Duration: 88 min

Representation Score

0.5/10

Minimal

1920

Passed

Director

Lambert Hillyer

Runtime

88 minutes

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Sand is a typical silent-era Western that focuses on traditional genre clichés rather than social complexity. The narrative follows a classic hero's journey centered on personal honor and the protection of railroad infrastructure. The film upholds established social hierarchies without challenging them. Characters' motivations are tied to personal reputation and romantic competition, which aligns with the storytelling conventions of the time. Overall, the film lacks depth in representing multiple aspects of identity. It serves as a clear example of early 20th-century cinema, emphasizing moral clarity and individual merit within a Eurocentric framework.

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Category Breakdown

Does Sand have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film doesn't include any LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships. The main conflict centers around a rivalry between men over a woman.

How does Sand portray gender?

Limited

The story is driven by the male characters' struggles for reputation. Margaret plays a passive role, mainly serving as a romantic interest and judge of the hero's standing.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Sand?

Minimal

The film likely follows the casting norms of the 1920s, featuring a predominantly white cast. It seems to depict the American frontier in a traditional, Eurocentric manner without much ethnic diversity.

How does Sand represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story celebrates traditional Western values and the restoration of social order. It emphasizes moral righteousness and the triumph of law-abiding citizens over outlaws.

Does Sand include disability representation?

Minimal

The film doesn't show any characters with visible or invisible disabilities. There is no representation of neurodivergent individuals.

Present on Screen

Offers a clear, traditional hero's journey focused on restoring personal honor.
Provides a cohesive example of early 20th-century Western storytelling.

Limited or Absent

Lacks complexity in representing multiple aspects of identity.
Features female characters who play passive roles as romantic interests.
Follows homogeneous, Eurocentric casting norms typical of the period.

Official Synopsis

Railroad station agent Dan Kurrie is fired from his job by his rival in love, Joseph Garber. Believed false by the girl he loves, Margaret , Kurrie must prove himself by unmasking a gang of bandits preying on the trains.

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