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Défilé de l'artillerie du district de Columbia

Défilé de l'artillerie du district de Columbia

Representation Score

0.6/10

Minimal

1897

Director

Félix Mesguich

Runtime

1 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

This 1897 documentary captures a military parade during President McKinley's inauguration. As an archival recording of a formal state event, it serves as a visual reinforcement of 19th-century institutional power rather than a narrative work. The footage strictly adheres to the social hierarchies of its time, presenting a homogeneous view of military and state authority. It offers little to no representation of underrepresented groups or diverse identities. Ultimately, the film provides a historical snapshot of established traditions, emphasizing order and nationalistic stability through the display of artillery and military personnel.

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Category Breakdown

Does Défilé de l'artillerie du district de Columbia have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender gender expressions. It focuses solely on the military parade.

How does Défilé de l'artillerie du district de Columbia portray gender?

Limited

The movie portrays a traditional military structure led by men. Women and non-traditional gender roles are not represented.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Défilé de l'artillerie du district de Columbia?

Limited

The film reflects the racial makeup of 1897 Washington D.C., highlighting white-led institutions typical of the time.

How does Défilé de l'artillerie du district de Columbia represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The movie emphasizes Western state institutions and national pride. It does not include secular or alternative cultural elements.

Does Défilé de l'artillerie du district de Columbia include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no depiction of individuals with physical or invisible disabilities. The focus is on the synchronized movements of able-bodied soldiers.

Present on Screen

  • Offers a rare historical record of a late 19th-century presidential inauguration ceremony.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks representation of women, diverse racial groups, or LGBTQ+ identities.
  • Reinforces traditional institutional hierarchies without offering diverse perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Two teams of artillery carriages, parading side by side past the grandstand during the inauguration ceremony of President McKinley in Washington DC.

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