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From Noon Till Three

Name: From Noon Till Three
Director: Frank D. Gilroy
Released: 1976
Duration: 99 min

Representation Score

1.5/10

Minimal

1976

Director

Frank D. Gilroy

Runtime

99 minutes

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From Noon Till Three operates as a conventional genre piece, relying on established archetypes like the outlaw and the widow. The narrative focuses on individual myth-making rather than challenging systemic social structures. The film adheres to the demographic and social norms of the 1970s Western genre. While the female lead exercises some communicative power through authorship, the broader social framework remains traditional and homogeneous. Ultimately, the film functions within a localized, traditionalist social structure without disrupting established hierarchies or offering significant diverse representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does From Noon Till Three have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film centers on a heterosexual relationship between a bank robber and a widow. There are no LGBTQ characters or themes explored.

How does From Noon Till Three portray gender?

Fair

Amanda Starbuck plays a significant role by writing a book about the protagonist, but her actions remain closely tied to his legend. The film upholds traditional gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is From Noon Till Three?

Limited

The setting reflects the homogeneous demographics typical of 1970s Westerns. There are no significant roles for non-white characters.

How does From Noon Till Three represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story examines the creation of myths and reputations through a traditional Western lens. It does not critique Western institutions or social orders.

Does From Noon Till Three include disability representation?

Minimal

The narrative does not include any characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

Amanda Starbuck demonstrates significant influence by writing a book about the protagonist.
The film explores complex themes around the subjectivity of truth and the construction of legends.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks complexity in addressing multiple aspects of identity and fails to challenge traditional gender or racial hierarchies.
The narrative adheres to the homogeneous demographic norms of the Western genre, lacking racial diversity.

Official Synopsis

Bank robber Graham Dorsey spends a few hours with beautiful widow Amanda Starbuck, in which time his gang takes part in a disastrous holdup. Learning of his comrades' demise, Dorsey goes on the lam. Believing her short-term lover was killed by the law, Amanda decides to make the most of having had a liaison with the supposedly deceased desperado by writing a book about him. Much to his confusion, the still-living Dorsey watches as his name becomes legendary.

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