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Fluttering Hearts

Name: Fluttering Hearts
Director: James Parrott
Released: 1927
Duration: 23 min

Representation Score

1.1/10

Minimal

1927

Passed

Director

James Parrott

Runtime

23 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Fluttering Hearts operates as a conventional comedic narrative typical of the silent era. Although the female lead initiates a rebellion against patriarchal authority, the resolution depends heavily on established systemic figures to drive the plot forward. The film reinforces traditional social and class hierarchies rather than challenging them. The presence of a 'friendly millionaire' and the focus on a 'compromising letter' highlight a preoccupation with status and morality. Ultimately, the work lacks progressive representation, adhering to the demographic and social norms of 1927.

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Category Breakdown

Does Fluttering Hearts have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-binary genders or same-sex relationships. The storyline focuses on heterosexual relationships.

How does Fluttering Hearts portray gender?

Fair

The protagonist plays a significant role by defying her father, but her success depends on male figures such as a policeman and a wealthy benefactor. This indicates a reliance on male-driven social structures.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Fluttering Hearts?

Minimal

The film likely reflects the homogeneous casting norms of 1927. There is no indication of a diverse cast or race-bent casting.

How does Fluttering Hearts represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story centers on Western social structures and Victorian-era concepts of reputation. A wealthy benefactor helps the protagonist achieve her goals, reinforcing existing class-based social mobility.

Does Fluttering Hearts include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no mention of characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities in the narrative.

Present on Screen

The female protagonist demonstrates a degree of autonomy by defying her father's wishes.

Limited or Absent

The narrative relies on male-driven social structures and wealthy benefactors to resolve conflicts.
The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities and characters with disabilities.
The casting and cultural themes appear to adhere to homogeneous, Western-centric norms of the era.

Official Synopsis

Defying her father's wishes, a young woman runs off to a sale at store. She's pursued by a policeman, but wins him over with the help of a friendly millionaire. In the mean time, her father tries to retrieve a compromising letter.

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