Monumental Utah
1944
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City of Brigham Young
Representation Score
0.3/10
Minimal
1944
ApprovedDirector
James A. FitzPatrick
Runtime
10 minutes
Average Rating
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City of Brigham Young is a mid-century travelogue that celebrates Salt Lake City's civic and religious institutions. The film upholds the social hierarchies of the 1940s, emphasizing historical continuity and regional pride. Representation is minimal and strictly traditional, lacking LGBTQ+ narratives, racial diversity, and disability representation. Instead, it presents a homogeneous view of the community, prioritizing established Western settlement patterns and religious values of the time. Ultimately, the film supports mid-century traditionalist values, presenting a narrow, celebratory view of society that excludes underrepresented identities.
Category Breakdown
Does City of Brigham Young have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories. It focuses on traditional domestic life typical of the 1940s.
How does City of Brigham Young portray gender?
Gender roles are confined to traditional hierarchies. Women are likely portrayed as passive or domestic figures, while civic progress is highlighted through a masculine perspective.
How racially and ethnically diverse is City of Brigham Young?
The documentary reflects the demographic uniformity of its time. It lacks representation of non-white or non-Anglo-Saxon groups, concentrating instead on established Western communities.
How does City of Brigham Young represent religion and culture?
The film emphasizes Western institutions, highlighting religious community and family stability. Traditional structures are shown positively without secular criticism.
Does City of Brigham Young include disability representation?
There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the film. Such figures are not used as plot devices.
Present on Screen
- Offers a historical glimpse of Salt Lake City's civic pride and regional landmarks during the 1940s.
Limited or Absent
- Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ individuals, diverse racial groups, and people with disabilities.
- Reinforces traditional gender hierarchies and narrow cultural perspectives of the mid-20th century.
Official Synopsis
A tour of Salt Lake City, Utah.
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