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Johanna Enlists

Name: Johanna Enlists
Director: William Desmond Taylor
Released: 1918
Duration: 64 min

Representation Score

1.1/10

Minimal

1918

Director

William Desmond Taylor

Runtime

64 minutes

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Johanna Enlists is a production set in the early 20th century that reflects the social structures of its time. The narrative follows conventional romantic and patriotic themes common during World War I. Though Johanna is depicted as industrious and resilient, the film primarily serves as a showcase for star power, reinforcing traditional social norms without challenging them. The film lacks diversity in both racial and LGBTQ+ representation, focusing on a homogeneous rural setting and traditional relationship dynamics.

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Category Breakdown

Does Johanna Enlists have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The story centers around traditional romantic relationships and does not include any representation of non-binary gender identities or critiques of societal norms related to gender.

How does Johanna Enlists portray gender?

Fair

Johanna is shown to be industrious and resilient in her farm work, yet her motivations are tied to romantic desires and serving male characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Johanna Enlists?

Minimal

The film portrays a predominantly white, rural setting without any multi-ethnic representation or challenges to Anglo-Saxon norms.

How does Johanna Enlists represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative emphasizes traditional Western values and patriotism of the 1918 era, using religious elements like prayer to advance the plot.

Does Johanna Enlists include disability representation?

Minimal

An ill officer is mentioned, but it is unclear if this offers a meaningful portrayal of disability or simply serves as a typical plot device.

Present on Screen

Johanna is portrayed as a hardworking and resilient person managing a demanding farm schedule.
The film highlights Johanna's physical and mental industriousness, showcasing her ability to act.

Limited or Absent

The plot relies heavily on traditional romantic clichés and domestic service to advance the storyline.
The setting is homogeneous, lacking racial and ethnic diversity.
The story adheres to traditional relationship patterns without exploring diverse identities.

Official Synopsis

A young girl, stifling on her father's backwoods farm, is reinvigorated by the arrival of an army regiment, come to train in the area.

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