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High Pressure

Name: High Pressure
Director: Mervyn LeRoy
Released: 1932
Duration: 73 min

Representation Score

2.0/10

Limited

1932

Passed

Director

Mervyn LeRoy

Runtime

73 minutes

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High Pressure is a product of the early sound era, adhering to the conventional social hierarchies of 1932. The narrative revolves around a male-driven con, emphasizing traditional gender roles and professional ambition over diverse perspectives. The film lacks depth in representing multiple aspects of identity, reflecting the era's homogeneous casting and narrow focus on straight relationships. It operates within a standard capitalist framework, using deception as a comedic device rather than a tool for systemic critique. Ultimately, the work relies on established archetypes that offer little to no representation for underrepresented identities or non-traditional social structures.

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Category Breakdown

Does High Pressure have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any non-binary gender identities or same-sex relationships. It follows the traditional romantic comedy structure of the early 1930s.

How does High Pressure portray gender?

Fair

The story centers on the male character Gar Evans and his professional schemes. Female characters provide wit but do not significantly influence the main storyline.

How racially and ethnically diverse is High Pressure?

Limited

The film reflects the homogenous casting practices of the 1932 studio system. The narrative focuses on a Western industrial setting without showing diversity.

How does High Pressure represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot explores entrepreneurship and deception within a capitalist framework. It operates within established social structures without critiquing Western institutions.

Does High Pressure include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible or invisible disabilities mentioned in the character arcs. The narrative does not feature characters navigating disability.

Present on Screen

The protagonist's role as a con artist introduces a layer of moral ambiguity and situational ethics.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ identities and diverse racial or ethnic backgrounds.
Narrative ability to act is heavily concentrated in the male lead, limiting gender diversity.
The story reinforces traditional social and economic hierarchies rather than challenging them.

Official Synopsis

Gar Evans is a con artist, who pretends to be the owner of a "Golden Gate Artificial Rubber Company", and he is looking for investors. Finding them is relatively easy, but it becomes difficult when those want to see the inventor of the synthetic rubber...

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