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The Silver Star

The Silver Star

Representation Score

1.3/10

Minimal

1955

Approved

Director

Richard Bartlett

Runtime

73 minutes

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The Silver Star is a conventional mid-century Western that upholds established social and narrative structures. The plot revolves around a third-generation deputy sheriff striving to meet the expectations set by his family's law enforcement legacy. By focusing on masculine lineage and the defense of institutional authority, the film serves as a genre piece that reinforces the social norms of its time. The narrative lacks diverse perspectives and challenges to traditional archetypes.

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Category Breakdown

Does The Silver Star have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a standard framework that assumes everyone is straight or cisgender. There are no LGBTQ+ characters or narratives that challenge this assumption.

How does The Silver Star portray gender?

Limited

The story centers on a male-dominated line of deputies, reinforcing traditional gender roles by highlighting masculine courage and the role of the male protector.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The Silver Star?

Limited

The narrative focuses on a generational struggle within a law enforcement lineage, suggesting a concentration on Anglo-Saxon protagonists typical of mid-century Westerns.

How does The Silver Star represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film uses classic Western themes related to justice and authority. It emphasizes the importance of familial legacy and the preservation of traditional institutional order.

Does The Silver Star include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities in this production.

Present on Screen

  • The film offers a clear, classic Western narrative centered on generational duty and law enforcement legacy.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ individuals, women, and diverse racial groups.
  • The narrative reinforces traditional gender hierarchies and masculine archetypes without exploring diverse perspectives.

Official Synopsis

A third generation deputy sheriff doubts whether or not he has the guts for the job that killed both his father and grandfather. His doubts are re-enforced when three vicious gunmen arrive in town. From the original 35mm widescreen negative.

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