
Ellery Queen's Penthouse Mystery
1941

Representation Score
Minimal
1948
ApprovedDirector
Edward L. Cahn
Runtime
70 minutes
Average Rating
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Bungalow 13 is a typical genre piece that reflects the social and demographic norms of the late 1940s. It functions as a traditional whodunit, prioritizing efficient storytelling over challenging social norms. The film reinforces the gender and racial hierarchies of the time. The focus remains on a white, Anglo-Saxon demographic centered around the male detective.
Category Breakdown
The film follows the social norms of the 1940s and does not depict same-sex relationships or non-binary gender identities.
The story focuses on a male detective who drives the plot forward. Female characters follow traditional roles from the mid-20th century.
The cast appears to be predominantly white, reflecting the demographics of 1940s mystery films. There is no indication of non-white majority casting.
The story operates within a traditional Western mystery framework, emphasizing individual responsibility and the restoration of order.
Characters are portrayed as fully able-bodied and there are no depictions of physical or invisible disabilities.
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Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
In this detective drama, a gumshoe must find a priceless hunk of jade. His several leads evaporate when the police succeed in killing all of the suspects.

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