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Jinx Money

Name: Jinx Money
Director: William Beaudine
Released: 1948
Duration: 68 min

Representation Score

0.7/10

Minimal

1948

Approved

Director

William Beaudine

Runtime

68 minutes

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Jinx Money is a traditional 1948 crime comedy that emphasizes a straightforward storyline over diverse character development. The film follows the conventions of its era, prioritizing a linear plot over varied character backgrounds. Representation is limited, focusing on a male-dominated crime scenario. The film does not intentionally address multiple aspects of identity, sticking to the demographic norms of the mid-20th century. Overall, the film reflects the social structures and Western-centric perspective typical of its time.

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Category Breakdown

Does Jinx Money have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film doesn't include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories. It sticks to traditional crime-comedy themes without questioning the idea that everyone is straight.

How does Jinx Money portray gender?

Limited

The story focuses on male characters involved in gambling and investigation. Women play supporting roles without much influence or intellectual depth.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Jinx Money?

Limited

The story centers around a typical Western demographic. It follows the homogeneous casting practices common in crime comedies of the late 1940s.

How does Jinx Money represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story follows a standard crime-comedy format. It reinforces traditional moral views through the pursuit of wealth and legal consequences.

Does Jinx Money include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities driving the plot or integrated into the story.

Present on Screen

The film offers a clear, linear crime narrative centered on a high-stakes $50,000 mystery.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks diverse representation across gender, race, and LGBTQ+ identities.
The narrative adheres to traditional social hierarchies rather than challenging them.
There is no meaningful inclusion of characters with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A man wins $50,000 in a card game with gamblers, but is soon found dead and the money missing. Slip and Sach find the money near where the body was discovered, and soon find themselves the target of both the police and the gamblers.

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