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Days of Old Cheyenne

Name: Days of Old Cheyenne
Director: Elmer Clifton
Released: 1943
Duration: 56 min

Representation Score

1.0/10

Minimal

1943

Approved

Director

Elmer Clifton

Runtime

56 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Days of Old Cheyenne is a conventional 1940s Western that emphasizes traditional genre clichés over social complexity. The story follows a straightforward path of physical strength and political rise, centered on a conflict between personal integrity and systemic corruption. The film adheres to the era's standard cinematic frameworks, focusing on traditional masculine archetypes and established power structures. It provides a clear moral conflict between a protagonist and a corrupt political boss. Overall, the production lacks depth in representing diverse identities, reflecting the period's standard casting and narrative practices.

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Category Breakdown

Does Days of Old Cheyenne have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with LGBTQ+ identities. The story revolves around traditional masculine pursuits such as physical combat and political strategy.

How does Days of Old Cheyenne portray gender?

Limited

Male characters, particularly Clint Ross, have the most influence. The roles of Marshal and Governor emphasize traditional masculine roles without any female characters.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Days of Old Cheyenne?

Limited

The story likely centers on Anglo-Saxon protagonists typical of 1940s Westerns. There is no indication of diverse casting or ethnic representation.

How does Days of Old Cheyenne represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot presents a clear moral conflict between a hero and a corrupt villain, upholding traditional Western values of justice without challenging social institutions.

Does Days of Old Cheyenne include disability representation?

Minimal

The narrative does not feature any characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

Offers a clear, traditional Western narrative arc centered on justice and morality.
Features a focused protagonist driven by physical skill and personal integrity.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of female characters with significant influence or presence.
Does not offer much diversity in terms of racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ identities.
Does not include characters with physical, sensory, or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Clint Ross's skill at fisticuffs earns him the town marshal's job in Cheyenne. Thanks to the string-pulling of political boss Big Bill Harmon, Ross makes it all the way up to the governor's office. But when Ross figures out that Big Bill is a big crook, it's showdown time.

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