You are here:

Almost a Gentleman

Name: Almost a Gentleman
Director: Leslie Goodwins
Released: 1939
Duration: 64 min

Representation Score

1.0/10

Minimal

1939

Approved

Director

Leslie Goodwins

Runtime

64 minutes

Average Rating

No ratings yet

New Showbiz Analysis

Almost a Gentleman is a conventional 1939 crime drama that adheres to the social and cinematic norms of its time. The narrative revolves around a man involved in a murder case after rescuing a dog, a premise rooted in traditional morality plays. The film functions as a genre-driven piece typical of the B-movie circuit. It lacks the narrative structure to challenge social expectations or provide diverse character development. Instead, it favors the commercial accessibility of the era. Ultimately, the production reflects the limitations of its time, focusing on established clichés rather than progressive storytelling or diverse character's ability to drive the story.

Watch this, not that →

Category Breakdown

Does Almost a Gentleman have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any characters with non-traditional gender identities, which was common for films made during the 1930s.

How does Almost a Gentleman portray gender?

Limited

The film features traditional gender roles where women play secondary roles without much influence over the plot. The story also reinforces conventional ideas about masculinity.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Almost a Gentleman?

Limited

The film likely reflects the predominantly white casting practices of the 1930s, focusing on Anglo-Saxon actors.

How does Almost a Gentleman represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story follows a traditional moral framework centered around maintaining social order, without questioning or deconstructing Western institutions.

Does Almost a Gentleman include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication of characters with physical or cognitive differences being included or portrayed in the film.

Present on Screen

The film offers a clear, genre-driven narrative focused on traditional morality and action.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks diverse character's ability to drive the story and characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity.
The production adheres to the homogeneous casting norms of the late 1930s.
There is no evidence of subverting traditional gender or social hierarchies.

Official Synopsis

Saving a dog from the pound gets a man mixed up in murder.

How are these scores produced? →