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Jericho

Name: Jericho
Director: Thornton Freeland
Released: 1937
Duration: 77 min

Representation Score

1.8/10

Minimal

1937

Director

Thornton Freeland

Runtime

77 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Jericho is a product of the 1930s studio system, prioritizing conventional adventure storytelling over social commentary. The narrative is driven by a male-centric conflict involving a corporal and a captain, leaving little room for diverse perspectives. The film's setting in Africa suggests a reliance on colonialist clichés prevalent in its era. Rather than challenging systemic structures, the story focuses on an individual's quest to clear his name within existing hierarchies. Ultimately, the work lacks complexity in reflecting multiple aspects of identity. It functions as a standard drama centered on individual conflict rather than an exploration of identity or systemic social issues.

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Category Breakdown

Does Jericho have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film follows the standard conventions of 1937, assuming everyone is straight or cisgender. There are no LGBTQ+ characters or stories that question traditional social norms.

How does Jericho portray gender?

Limited

The narrative centers around male-dominated military and adventure structures, with a male protagonist and antagonist. There are no subverted gender roles or strong female characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Jericho?

Limited

Set in Africa, the film likely uses colonialist perspectives common to 1930s adventure cinema. There is no evidence of actively leading characters of color or a non-Anglo-Saxon majority cast.

How does Jericho represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot follows a traditional adventure model where a hero proves his innocence. It lacks a critique of Western institutions, favoring familiar adventure clichés over moral relativism.

Does Jericho include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with physical or mental disabilities.

Present on Screen

Explores themes of systemic injustice through the lens of an unjustly condemned protagonist.

Limited or Absent

Lacks gender diversity, focusing almost exclusively on male-dominated military structures.
Relies on colonialist clichés rather than authentic cultural representation.
Fails to include LGBTQ+ representation or narratives that challenge traditional social norms.
Does not provide any visible representation of characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

An unjustly condemned corporal flees to Africa, chased by the captain blamed for his escape.

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