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A Perilous Proceeding

Name: A Perilous Proceeding
Released: 1901
Duration: 1 min

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Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

1901

Runtime

1 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

This 1901 documentary serves as a technical record of industrial progress rather than a narrative work. It captures the operation of a construction crane in Manhattan, focusing on the engineering feat and the workers involved. The film reflects the social and demographic structures of its time. The workforce is depicted as a homogeneous group of men, providing a literal documentation of early industrial labor without intentional characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. As a historical artifact of early cinematography, the film lacks the modern framework needed for diverse characterization, instead reflecting the era's standard demographic presentations.

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Category Breakdown

Does A Perilous Proceeding have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The footage shows a group of male workers in an industrial setting. There is no indication of LGBTQ+ identities or same-sex relationships.

How does A Perilous Proceeding portray gender?

Limited

The film highlights the male-dominated workforce of the early 20th century. It portrays a construction industry where men hold all positions without challenging traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is A Perilous Proceeding?

Limited

The subjects are shown as a uniform group of men. The depiction reflects the typical demographic of Manhattan construction crews during that time period.

How does A Perilous Proceeding represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film showcases Western urban development and industrial progress. It focuses on engineering achievements without addressing diverse cultural viewpoints.

Does A Perilous Proceeding include disability representation?

Minimal

The film centers on able-bodied workers performing dangerous physical tasks. There is no representation of individuals with disabilities, visible or invisible.

Present on Screen

Provides an authentic historical record of early 20th-century industrial labor and Manhattan construction.
Offers a clear technical demonstration of early cinematography and mechanical processes.

Limited or Absent

Does not include any representation of women or non-male gender identities in the workforce.
Features a homogenous demographic with no visible racial or ethnic diversity.
Lacks representation of individuals with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

At a building being constructed at Broadway and 13th Street in Manhattan, a boom or crane from which a platform is suspended on a cable first pulls the platform up, then swings it out from the top floor where it's been resting, and then gradually lowers it seven-plus stories to the ground below. On it at least 11 men stand or hold on to the cable. All wear dark coveralls and hats. They wave toward the camera. At the ground and on the lower floors, other workers are busy. This picture was taken by means of a special apparatus which enabled the camera to follow the men as they were lowered to the ground.

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