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Forgotten Faces

Name: Forgotten Faces
Director: E.A. Dupont
Released: 1936
Duration: 71 min

Representation Score

0.5/10

Minimal

1936

Approved

Director

E.A. Dupont

Runtime

71 minutes

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Forgotten Faces is a period crime drama set in 1936 that adheres to the social and moral boundaries of its time. The narrative focuses on class distinctions and personal tragedy, rather than exploring diverse identities. The film relies on conventional archetypes, such as the protective father and the morally compromised woman. While it delves into psychological depth, it does not challenge the social hierarchies of its era. Ultimately, the story is a character study of individual consequences within a rigid legal and familial structure, offering little in the way of diverse representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Forgotten Faces have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film centers on heterosexual relationships and traditional family structures. No queer identities or subtext are present.

How does Forgotten Faces portray gender?

Limited

Cleo is portrayed as a burlesque dancer whose actions are influenced by blackmail. Harry follows traditional masculine roles of violence and protection.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Forgotten Faces?

Minimal

The narrative focuses on a homogeneous social group. There is no evidence of racial diversity or varied ethnic perspectives.

How does Forgotten Faces represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story explores morality and the sanctity of the adoptive family within a traditional Western context.

Does Forgotten Faces include disability representation?

Minimal

The film contains no mention of physical, sensory, or neurodivergent characters.

Present on Screen

Explores psychological depth and complex character motivations.
Provides a nuanced look at individual tragedy and parental devotion.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or queer subtext.
Features a homogeneous cast with no visible racial or ethnic diversity.
Relies on traditional gender roles and moral frameworks.

Official Synopsis

Harry Ashton is a superstitious gambling house owner, who relies on sprigs of heliotrope as his good luck charm. One day, Harry catches his wife, Cleo with another man. Harry shoots him and takes his 18 month old daughter, Sally to best friend, Sgt. Donovan to find her a good home. Harry turns himself in and gets life in prison. 17 years pass, Cleo is on the brinks of losing her job as a burlesque dancer. Cleo decides to blackmail the McBrides (Sally's devoted adoptive parents). Harry discovers this and promises his warden that while on parole he will protect Sally. Harry trades places with the McBride's butler. While working, Harry discovers a letter addressed to the McBrides from Cleo asking to meet with her. Harry meets with Cleo instead and they begin to fight...

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