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That Evening Sun

Name: That Evening Sun
Director: Scott Teems
Released: 2009
Duration: 109 min

Representation Score

1.1/10

Minimal

2009

PG-13

Director

Scott Teems

Runtime

109 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

That Evening Sun is a period drama that prioritizes historical accuracy and the maintenance of established social orders. The narrative structure follows classical storytelling without deconstructing social hierarchies. Since the film adheres strictly to the demographic and social norms of its 1945 setting, it does not intentionally address overlapping aspects of identity. The focus remains on regional authenticity and the preservation of traditional institutions.

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Category Breakdown

Does That Evening Sun have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any visible LGBTQ+ characters or stories. The 1945 rural setting is strictly focused on heterosexual relationships without questioning these norms.

How does That Evening Sun portray gender?

Limited

The story emphasizes traditional gender roles, with the protagonist serving as a provider. It examines the pressures of masculinity but validates traditional gender hierarchies.

How racially and ethnically diverse is That Evening Sun?

Limited

The cast is mainly white, reflecting the demographics of a 1940s rural community. The film does not use diverse casting to challenge this lack of variety.

How does That Evening Sun represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative centers on farming and family stability. It views traditions and the family unit positively without exploring them as oppressive systems.

Does That Evening Sun include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no representation of physical, neurodivergent, or mental health disabilities among the main characters.

Present on Screen

The film accurately depicts the 1940s rural Tennessee setting.
It realistically portrays the economic pressures faced by agrarian families.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks representation for LGBTQ+ individuals and people with disabilities.
The story upholds traditional patriarchal structures without challenging them.
The predominantly white cast does not address the homogeneity of the era.

Official Synopsis

An aging Tennessee farmer returns to his homestead and must confront a family betrayal, the reappearance of an old enemy, and the loss of his farm.

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