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Day of Anger

Name: Day of Anger
Director: Tonino Valerii
Released: 1967
Duration: 113 min

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

1967

Director

Tonino Valerii

Runtime

113 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Day of Anger is a classic Spaghetti Western that adheres to the rigid social and narrative structures of the 1960s. The film's structure is centered on individualistic vigilantism and traditional gender roles, offering no disruption of established social hierarchies. The story centers on masculine archetypes of violence and retribution. This focus on male-driven conflict results in a narrative that prioritizes men's control over the story over a diverse range of perspectives. Ultimately, the film operates within a framework of conventional social dynamics. It lacks the multi-layered representation needed to move beyond the standard genre clichés of its era.

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Category Breakdown

Does Day of Anger have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows traditional assumptions about straight relationships and gender. There are no visible or implied LGBTQ+ characters or non-traditional gender identities.

How does Day of Anger portray gender?

Limited

Female characters play minor roles and are often confined to domestic duties. They frequently serve as catalysts for the male protagonist's journey through adversity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Day of Anger?

Limited

The casting reflects a typical Western ensemble of the time. While avoiding harmful stereotypes, the film lacks meaningful racial diversity or characters of color with significant roles.

How does Day of Anger represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative emphasizes personal revenge and moral ambiguity rather than systemic issues. It prioritizes individual justice over community stability.

Does Day of Anger include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no prominent depictions of physical or cognitive disabilities. No character arc revolves around interactions with disability.

Present on Screen

Avoids using harmful racial stereotypes common in the genre.

Limited or Absent

Women are sidelined to domestic roles or victimhood.
There is no LGBTQ+ representation or non-traditional gender identities.
The narrative lacks meaningful racial diversity or characters of color with significant roles.
No characters are depicted with physical or cognitive disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A scruffy garbage boy becomes the pupil of famed gunfighter Talby, and the stage for confrontation is set when the gunman overruns the boy's town through violence and corruption.

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