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Johnny Angel

Name: Johnny Angel
Director: Edwin L. Marin
Released: 1945
Duration: 79 min

Representation Score

0.8/10

Minimal

1945

Director

Edwin L. Marin

Runtime

79 minutes

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Johnny Angel is a classic mid-century crime noir that adheres to the social hierarchies of the 1940s. The film centers on traditional masculine roles and individual pursuits, reinforcing the cultural norms of its time. The story structure supports conventional crime drama clichés, presenting a uniform view of the city through a largely homogeneous cast. The film does not challenge existing power structures or broaden its demographic range, staying true to conservative cinematic traditions.

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Category Breakdown

Does Johnny Angel have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any representation of non-binary gender identities or same-sex relationships. The story follows traditional heterosexual relationships.

How does Johnny Angel portray gender?

Limited

The film upholds a traditional gender hierarchy where the male lead makes key decisions, while female characters mainly serve as romantic or domestic figures.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Johnny Angel?

Limited

The cast reflects the homogeneous society of 1940s crime dramas. There is no significant representation of non-white or non-Anglo-Saxon characters.

How does Johnny Angel represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story aligns with mid-century Western values and traditional morality. It supports established social and legal norms without questioning systemic issues.

Does Johnny Angel include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any characters with physical or neurodivergent disabilities. Disability is not used as a narrative tool or for character development.

Present on Screen

The film provides a clear example of the mid-century crime noir genre.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks complexity in representing diverse identities and challenges to traditional power dynamics.
The cast and setting reflect a homogeneous social structure with limited racial diversity.
Female characters have limited independence, primarily serving as secondary or domestic figures.

Official Synopsis

George Raft plays a sailor who sets out to solve his father's mysterious death.

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