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The House on 92nd Street

Name: The House on 92nd Street
Director: Henry Hathaway
Released: 1945
Duration: 88 min

Representation Score

0.3/10

Minimal

1945

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Director

Henry Hathaway

Runtime

88 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The House on 92nd Street reinforces mid-century state authority and national security. The narrative emphasizes the stability of male-led government and scientific institutions over social disruption. By focusing on the competence of the FBI, the film upholds traditional hierarchies. It avoids complex intersections of identity, favoring a singular, cohesive national identity that supports the authority of the law.

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Category Breakdown

Does The House on 92nd Street have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows strict 1940s conventions that assume everyone is straight and cisgender. There is no depiction of same-sex relationships or non-binary gender identities.

How does The House on 92nd Street portray gender?

Limited

Men take the lead in scientific research and investigations. Women are mostly shown in supporting roles such as wives or social companions.

How racially and ethnically diverse is The House on 92nd Street?

Minimal

The cast is largely made up of white, Anglo-Saxon actors. The story centers around a predominantly white cast of agents and scientists.

How does The House on 92nd Street represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The film highlights patriotism and the importance of state institutions. It portrays a clear moral divide between American defenders and foreign adversaries.

Does The House on 92nd Street include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible or invisible disabilities shown in the film. Characters are presented as having typical physical and mental abilities.

Present on Screen

The film offers a clear, cohesive narrative centered on the effectiveness of federal law enforcement and national security.

Limited or Absent

The film lacks racial and ethnic diversity, featuring a predominantly white, Anglo-Saxon cast in all prominent roles.
Women have limited roles, serving mainly as secondary characters rather than driving the central espionage plot.
There is no representation of LGBTQ+ individuals or engagement with non-cisgender identities.

Official Synopsis

The US Government tries to track down embedded Nazi agents in the States.

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