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Stolen Kisses

Name: Stolen Kisses
Director: Ray Enright
Released: 1929
Duration: 70 min

Representation Score

0.7/10

Minimal

1929

Passed

Director

Ray Enright

Runtime

70 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Stolen Kisses reflects the social and racial norms of the late 1920s, reinforcing traditional family structures and social hierarchies. The film lacks diverse representations, focusing instead on a homogeneous, predominantly white cast and traditional gender roles. Ultimately, the movie upholds conventional norms without challenging them. It prioritizes the status quo over exploring diverse identities and power dynamics.

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Category Breakdown

Does Stolen Kisses have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not feature any LGBTQ+ characters. The story focuses solely on traditional heterosexual relationships.

How does Stolen Kisses portray gender?

Limited

The narrative emphasizes traditional gender roles, where women are expected to prioritize domestic duties over personal autonomy.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Stolen Kisses?

Limited

The cast is mainly composed of white actors, reflecting the societal norms of the time. There is no representation of diverse racial backgrounds.

How does Stolen Kisses represent religion and culture?

Limited

The plot supports traditional family structures and Western cultural norms, emphasizing patriarchal authority.

Does Stolen Kisses include disability representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with physical or cognitive disabilities. All characters conform to typical abilities.

Present on Screen

The film offers a clear insight into the comedic and social norms of the late silent and early talkie era.

Limited or Absent

The narrative lacks any representation of LGBTQ+ identities.
The film does not include racial or ethnic diversity.
Female characters are defined by domestic and reproductive roles.
There is no depiction of characters with physical or cognitive disabilities.

Official Synopsis

A crotchety old coot wants his son and daughter-in-law to have kids so he can have grandchildren, but so far they haven't done so. In a somewhat ham-handed attempt to bring them closer together so they'll be in the mood to give them the grandchildren he wants, he winds up bringing them to the point where they're considering divorcing. He decides to change his tactics in order to achieve his goal.

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